Our Services

LabID specializes in comprehensive microbiome analysis for sourdough starters. Our state-of-the-art laboratory enables us to analyze your starter’s microbiome. We reveal the microbial biodiversity, composition, and unique characteristics of your starter by analyzing the bacteria and yeasts we find in your starter. We offer one-off analyses as well as recurring analyses to lay bare the development of your starter over time and identify potential issues whilst providing tailored maintenance tips. This helps ensure your starter remains healthy and vibrant for optimal baking results.

Define the biochemical characteristics of your sourdough, including pH, acidity, organic acids, QF, and amino acids. Evaluate its fermentation power through leavening and acidification. Additionally, identify, count, isolate, and preserve your unique sourdough strains at -80°C to ensure their availability for future generations. This comprehensive analysis allows you to fully understand, improve, and preserve your sourdough baked goods. Contact us now to request your full report.

Our sensory expert panel is dedicated to delivering a comprehensive evaluation of your baked goods, focusing on taste and texture. We provide detailed market performance insights and conduct extensive flavor exploration.

Here are some examples of the tests we conduct:

• Building the aromatic profile of bread (descriptive test - scoring)

• Highlighting differences between various sourdough breads and describing these differences (discriminative & descriptive tests - triangular test + free profiling)

• Determining the aromatic profile of breads and correlating this with consumer preferences (preference mapping)

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Our analysis includes:

• Tracking dominant tastes

• Categorizing flavor profiles

• Performing descriptive vs. discriminative analysis

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This thorough approach allows you to fully understand and enhance your baked goods.

Our masterclass offers a unique opportunity to showcase your passion and expertise in the field. You’ll gain in-depth knowledge in sensory analysis, health and well-being benefits, research, science, and the art of sourdough baking. This comprehensive learning experience will elevate your skills and deepen your appreciation for sourdough, ensuring you stand out in the market. 

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If you have more colleagues interested or if you have specific requirements, please feel free to request here a tailor-made training session.

Our services include comprehensive sourdough analysis, allowing you to understand the unique characteristics of your sourdough with our expert tools. We also offer story creation services to craft a compelling narrative that highlights the rich history and tradition of your sourdough. Additionally, we explore the future of baked goods, helping you discover how the bread-making process needs to evolve to create the best bread in history.