# Apple-Derived Sweeteners Rigoni di Asiago's Dolcedì is a Low-Glycemic Sweetener Made from Apples By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2017-03-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dolced References: [wholefoodsmagazine](http://www.wholefoodsmagazine.com/grocery/new-products-grocery/apple-derived-sweetener/) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/pg/RigonidiAsiagoUSA/photos/?ref=page_internal) With a growing number of consumers looking for [alternatives to refined sugar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-freedom-glp-1), Rigoni di Asiago has created an all-natural liquid sweetener called 'Dolcedì,' which is made from nothing but organic apples. With 25 percent fewer calories than table sugar, the apple-based sweetener is sure to appeal to those looking for a healthier way to enjoy a bit of sweetness. Dolcedì by Rigoni di Asiago is a liquid sweetener that is derived from the concentrated and filtered sugar extracted from organic apples. The sweetener is designer to serve as an all-nature, low-glycemic alternative to refined sugar and other syrups. Because the sweetener is highly soluble, it can be used in hot drinks, cold drinks, baking or as a topping -- much the same way consumers use refined sugar or [honey](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hive-mind-honeyade). [USDA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-granolas)-certified organic, non-GMO, vegan and gluten-free, the apple-based sweetener is a suitable alternative to sugar for a wide variety of consumers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Organic Sweeteners:** The increasing demand for healthier alternatives to refined sugar presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the development of organic sweeteners like Dolcedì. - **Low-glycemic Products:** The rise in health-conscious consumers seeking low-glycemic options creates an opportunity for the production of sweeteners like Dolcedì that have 25 percent fewer calories than table sugar. - **Sustainable Ingredients:** The trend towards sustainability in food production opens the door for the creation of sweeteners made from organic apples, tapping into the desire for more eco-friendly ingredients like Dolcedì. ### Where This Applies - **Food & Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can capitalize on the demand for organic sweeteners by incorporating options like Dolcedì into their product offerings. - **Health and Wellness:** The health and wellness industry can benefit from producing low-glycemic products like Dolcedì to cater to the growing number of consumers seeking healthier alternatives to refined sugar. - **Sustainable Agriculture:** The sustainable agriculture industry can leverage the use of organic apples in the production of sweeteners like Dolcedì, aligning with the increasing demand for eco-friendly ingredients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Zero-Waste Sweeteners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carobway.md) - [Sugar-Mimicking Sweetener Blends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweetener-blend.md) - [Brown Sugar-Inspired Sweeteners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iconisweet-gold-sweetener.md) - [Apple-Based Honey Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/langer-farms.md) - [Sugar-Based Sweetener Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/incredo-sugar-g2.md) - [Low-Sugar Sweetener Syrups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ciranda-syrups.md) - [Glycemic Inhibitor Sweetener Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nutraex-bisugar.md) - [Ultra-Potent Sugar Substitutes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soulsweet.md) - [GLP-1-Friendly Sugar Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-freedom-glp-1.md)