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Blueberry: Bulk Ingredients

PFVN, Inc. supplies bulk blueberry ingredients for food and beverage manufacturing through a network of established processors. This page covers common formats—Frozen, Juice Concentrate, NFC Juice, Powder, Puree—with practical guidance on specifications, applications, packaging, and documentation.

Available formats
Frozen • Concentrate • NFC • Powder • Puree
Programs
Conventional & Organic options*
Best for
Beverage • Dairy • Bakery • Confectionery • Culinary

*Availability depends on origin, crop year, and processor program. Blueberry can be supplied as wild or cultivated programs depending on your needs.

Quote-ready: format + target °Brix + pH/acidity + pulp/sieve requirement + packaging + annual volume + ship-to + timeline.

Blueberry ingredient formats: concentrate, NFC juice, puree, powder, frozen

Blueberry overview (flavor, color, and performance)

Blueberry ingredients are widely used for a familiar sweet berry profile and naturally occurring anthocyanins that contribute purple-blue color (especially in puree and pulpy juice formats). For industrial buyers, the key is aligning the blueberry format to your product’s process (heat, pH, shelf life) and sensory target (fresh vs. cooked/jammy).

What blueberry contributes

  • Flavor: sweet berry with floral notes; intensity depends on program and concentration
  • Color: stronger in puree/pulpy systems; can shift with pH, oxygen, and heat
  • Body: puree adds viscosity and fruit identity (useful for dairy fruit prep)
  • Label appeal: recognizable fruit for mainstream and “better-for-you” positioning

Wild vs. cultivated (buyer-relevant)

  • Wild (often smaller fruit): can deliver deeper berry character and stronger color in some programs
  • Cultivated: often milder and sweeter with consistent supply depending on origin and program
  • Practical approach: define your sensory/color goal and approve against a retained reference; natural variation exists

Buyer tip: If you need stable color in an RTD beverage, share your target pH and thermal process. Color performance is highly system-dependent.

Choose the right blueberry format

Match format to your lane (ambient vs. frozen), desired texture, and sensory target.

Format Why buyers choose it Best fit applications Lane
Frozen (IQF/Blocks) Whole-fruit inclusions; minimal processing cues; seasonal authenticity. Smoothies, inclusions, desserts, bakery, culinary reductions. Frozen
Juice Concentrate Efficient shipping; consistent dosing; scalable beverage base production. RTD bases, blends, syrups, compound concentrates. Ambient / Frozen (program-dependent)
NFC Juice Fresher single-strength profile for premium positioning. Premium juices, clean-label blends, chilled/frozen bases. Chilled / Frozen
Puree Body + authentic fruit identity; texture-driven performance. Yogurt fruit prep, smoothies, desserts, bakery fillings, culinary. Aseptic / Frozen (program-dependent)
Powder Dry handling; low water activity; long shelf life. Instant mixes, bakery, bars/inclusions, dry blends. Ambient

Quick QA shortcut: tell us your process (hot-fill/pasteurized/UHT/frozen), target pH, and whether you need a smooth or rustic texture—then we’ll narrow the spec.

Available formats

Frozen Blueberry

Frozen blueberries provide year-round access to seasonal fruit and are commonly used where minimal processing cues are important. Programs often include IQF whole berries, pieces, blocks, and frozen puree depending on supplier.

What buyers specify

  • Form: IQF whole, broken, blocks, or frozen puree
  • Defects/foreign material limits + sorting level
  • Micro specs and lot traceability
  • Packaging and pallet configuration
  • Cold-chain requirements (storage + transit temperature)

Typical applications

  • Smoothies and smoothie bases
  • Frozen desserts, inclusions, and bakery inclusions
  • Coulis, sauces, and fruit reductions
  • Low-heat processes to retain fresher notes

Tip: For bakery inclusions, specify berry size and tolerance for broken berries to match your line performance.

Blueberry Juice Concentrate

Blueberry concentrate is produced by removing water from juice to increase soluble solids (°Brix). It’s widely selected for logistics efficiency, consistent dosing, and scalable production of beverage bases and blends. Programs may be clarified or pulpy depending on your finished product target.

What buyers specify

  • Target °Brix (concentration level depends on program)
  • pH / acidity range aligned to your formulation
  • Clarified vs. pulpy and any turbidity targets
  • Color expectation and acceptable range (natural variation exists)
  • Micro limits and shelf-life expectations
  • Packaging: drums/totes; storage (ambient/chilled/frozen program-dependent)

Typical applications

  • RTD beverages, juice blends, and syrups
  • Flavor bases and compound concentrates
  • Sweetening + fruit identity adjustment
  • Fermentation inputs where appropriate

Performance note: Concentrate is ideal for consistent flavor at scale. If you need a “fresh-picked” aroma, consider NFC or a blended approach.

Blueberry NFC Juice

NFC (Not-From-Concentrate) blueberry juice is typically supplied chilled or frozen to preserve a single-strength profile. NFC is chosen for premium beverages and clean-label blends when cold-chain logistics are feasible.

What buyers specify

  • Single-strength solids, acidity/pH range
  • Chilled vs. frozen logistics and shelf-life target
  • Pulp level / filtration approach
  • Micro targets aligned to your thermal process
  • Certifications (e.g., USDA Organic) where available

Typical applications

  • Premium juices and juice blends
  • Smoothie and dairy beverage bases
  • Clean-label RTDs and seasonal programs
  • Origin-specific or varietal programs

Tip: If you are hot-filling or using UHT, share the process—NFC performance can differ by heat exposure.

Blueberry Powder

Blueberry powder is used when you need dry handling, low water activity, and convenience in powdered systems. Programs vary by carrier system, aroma retention, flow properties, and color intensity—define performance needs upfront.

What buyers specify

  • Carrier system (if applicable) and target flow behavior
  • Solubility/dispersibility for instant mixes
  • Color and flavor intensity expectations
  • Moisture target and micro limits
  • Packaging (lined cases/bags) and shelf-life target

Typical applications

  • Instant beverage mixes and dry sticks
  • Dry blends, bars, and bakery mixes
  • Snacks and seasoning systems (sweet applications)
  • Supplements and functional blends (program-dependent)

Buyer tip: Specify whether you prioritize “true berry aroma,” “strong purple color,” or “clean sweet blueberry taste”—powder programs can optimize differently.

Blueberry Puree

Blueberry puree is produced from whole fruit and is valued for authentic fruit character, body, and mouthfeel. Many dairy and dessert applications prefer puree for its texture-building performance. Programs may be supplied as aseptic or frozen depending on supplier.

What buyers specify

  • °Brix/solids and pH range
  • Particle size / sieve spec for consistent mouthfeel
  • Skin/seed inclusion expectations (smooth vs. rustic)
  • Color and sensory profile (sweetness, cooked notes limits)
  • Heat treatment / aseptic requirements (as applicable)
  • Packaging: aseptic bags, drums, totes; frozen puree programs

Typical applications

  • Smoothies and beverage bases needing body
  • Yogurt fruit prep and drinkable yogurt systems
  • Ice cream variegates, sorbets, and frozen desserts
  • Bakery fillings, glazes, and fruit layers
  • Culinary sauces, coulis, and reductions
  • Kids nutrition and baby food (program-dependent)

Tip: For yogurt fruit prep, share target viscosity and whether you need a smooth sieve spec for consumer texture expectations.

Quick selection guide: which blueberry format fits your product?

Blueberry is used across beverages, dairy, and bakery. This guide helps you shortlist the right format for your line.

Goal Recommended format Why
Efficient logistics + consistent dosing Juice Concentrate High-solids ingredient for cost-effective shipping and scalable beverage bases.
Fresh, single-strength profile NFC Juice (chilled/frozen) Premium sensory; cold chain required.
Body/texture + authentic fruit identity Puree (aseptic or frozen) Adds viscosity and whole-fruit character for dairy, smoothies, desserts.
Dry systems / low water activity Powder Convenient for mixes, bakery, snacks, and supplement applications.
Whole fruit inclusions Frozen (IQF/blocks) Ideal for inclusions, smoothies, desserts, and culinary systems.

Buyer tip: Share your process (hot-fill, pasteurized, UHT, frozen) and target pH—those details determine the best format and program for flavor and color performance.

Typical specifications (what to ask for)

Specs vary by format and program; this checklist helps your team align quickly.

ParameterHow it’s typically specified
Soluble solids (°Brix) Set per format (concentrate vs. NFC vs. puree). Define targets or acceptable ranges.
pH / acidity Target range based on application and process; important for flavor balance and color behavior.
Clarity / pulp Clarified vs. pulpy juice; pulp/turbidity targets; filtration expectations.
Puree sieve / particle size Specify sieve spec and texture goal (smooth vs. rustic); skin/seed inclusion expectations.
Color / sensory profile Define desired shade/intensity and sensory notes (fresh vs. cooked/jammy), with acceptable ranges.
Microbiology Limits per intended use (RTD, dairy, baked). Align to your thermal process and internal standards.
Certifications USDA Organic / Kosher / others upon request (where available).
Packaging Drums/totes/aseptic bags depending on liquid format; lined cases/bags for powder; frozen packs for frozen items.
Storage Ambient/chilled/frozen depending on program; confirm shelf life and handling temperatures.

Applications

Common application paths for blueberry ingredients include:

  • Beverages: RTD juices, juice blends, lemonades, tea systems, soda syrups, functional drinks
  • Dairy: yogurt fruit prep, drinkable yogurt, ice cream and frozen desserts
  • Bakery: fillings, glazes, fruit layers, muffins/pastries, breakfast items
  • Confectionery: gummies, candies, syrups, flavor bases
  • Culinary: sauces, marinades, dressings, reductions
  • Fermentation: cider/seltzer/wine adjuncts where applicable

Tip: Tell us your end product (RTD, dairy, bakery, etc.). We can suggest the best format and a buyer-friendly spec outline.

Packaging & storage guidance

Packaging: Drums and totes are common for concentrates, NFC, and purees (aseptic packs may be available for some puree programs); powders ship in lined cases or bags; frozen programs require frozen-capable packaging and palletization.

Storage: Concentrates may ship ambient, chilled, or frozen depending on program. NFC and many frozen formats require cold chain.

Documentation: COA and supporting quality documents are typically available. If you need USDA Organic, Kosher, allergen statements, or additional testing, mention it in your inquiry.

Traceability: Industrial programs often include lot IDs and origin information; requirements vary by supplier.

Receiving checklist: verify temperature on arrival, sample per your QA plan, and hold/release against COA to ensure lot-to-lot consistency.

Related products

If you’re building blends or multi-fruit programs, these are commonly sourced alongside blueberry:

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