Developing a beverage goes beyond mixing ingredients. It requires precise formulation, taste optimization, stability, and regulatory compliance. FRL provides startups and established brands with expert guidance, advanced lab facilities, and end-to-end R&D support to transform concepts into market-ready beverages.
From Concept to Sip: Expert R&D for Next-Gen Beverages
Developing new beverages demands precise taste, consistency, stability, and shelf life while avoiding ingredient conflicts, pH issues, and texture or flavor changes. Sourcing compliant ingredients is challenging, especially for startups. Even with the right formula, functional drinks require complex safety and regulatory compliance. Delays in formulation, testing, or approvals can hinder market entry.
Food Research Lab streamlines this process with expert formulation, regulatory support, and pilot-scale testing to ensure safety, compliance, and faster launches.
FRL supports the entire process from concept to launch with expert teams and advanced lab facilities.
Our technologists and scientists create innovative, market-ready beverages, including various types of Beverages.
We optimize taste, texture, stability, and shelf life through precise testing and refinement.
From startups to established manufacturers, we offer flexible, tailored development support.
FRL handles ingredient sourcing and ensures full regulatory compliance throughout development.
Our team of technologists, chemists, and food experts provides personalized support throughout your beverage development journey.
Equipped for precise testing and formulation, our labs ensure product consistency, stability, and quality.
We help source high-quality, compliant ingredients tailored to your flavor and functional needs.
FRL ensures your product meets all safety and labeling standards, both locally and globally.
With a streamlined process, we accelerate development, helping you launch faster and stay competitive.
Access our beverage development experts for tailored formulation, ingredient selection, and R&D support. Our state-of-the-art lab enables manufacturers and startups to test, develop, and refine products with expert guidance and advanced equipment.
| Package | Basic | Premium | Advanced |
| Duration | 2 Days (4-6 hours/day) | 3 Days (4-6 hours/day) | 4 Days (4-6 hours/day) |
| Expertise Provided | Food Technologists + Chefs | Food Technologists + Chefs + Assistant | Food Technologists + Chefs + Assistant + Specialist (if needed) |
| Lab Access | 4 hours per day | 6 hours per day | 6 hours per day |
| Equipment Access | Standard kitchen and beverage equipment | Standard + Advanced kitchen and beverage equipment | Full access to all advanced equipment |
| Raw Material Procurement | Client brings materials | Client brings materials / procurement assistance available (additional cost) | Procurement assistance or full procurement available (additional cost) |
| Storage Facility | Limited storage (up to 1 day) | Storage for up to 3 days (including freezer) | Extended storage (up to 7 days, including freezer) |
| Sensory Testing | Basic sensory testing | Full sensory lab testing | Full sensory lab testing with detailed report |
| Packaging Assistance | None | Standard packaging advice | Full packaging solutions and advice |
| Photoshoot / Video | Basic photo documentation | Full video and photo documentation | Full video, photo documentation + advanced editing |
| SOP Provided | Simple SOP with video documentation | Detailed SOP with video documentation | Comprehensive SOP with video and photoshoot |
| Consultation | 30-minute pre-planning consultation | 1-hour pre-planning consultation | Full consultation with ongoing feedback |
| Cost (INR) | ₹40,000 – ₹50,000 | ₹60,000 – ₹80,000 | ₹90,000 – ₹1,20,000 |
| Service | Details | Cost (INR) |
| Raw Material Procurement | Full sourcing of raw materials for the project (client-specific needs) | ₹10,000 – ₹25,000 |
| Extended Lab Time | Additional lab access beyond the package (per day) | ₹10,000 per additional 2 hours |
| Extended Storage | Storage for raw materials beyond package duration (up to 1 month) | ₹5,000 – ₹10,000 (per week) |
| Advanced Packaging Solutions | Customized packaging solutions including design, sourcing, and testing | ₹15,000 – ₹30,000 |
| Advanced Photoshoot & Video Editing | Professional photoshoot and video editing for marketing purposes | ₹20,000 – ₹40,000 |
Each package includes an initial consultation where clients provide details about raw material requirements, process planning, and project needs. Clients may bring their own raw materials or choose FRL’s procurement service, available as a separate package. Extended lab time, storage, and packaging needs are discussed during the consultation as well.
We begin with a detailed session to understand your concept, flavor goals, functional benefits, and challenges, creating a tailored development plan.
Use your own ingredients or let FRL source high-quality, compliant materials from trusted suppliers.
Access 4–6 hours of lab time daily with expert support to formulate, test, and refine your beverage.
Evaluate taste, aroma, appearance, and mouthfeel, while assessing shelf life and ingredient stability.
Receive a detailed SOP and process video to ensure consistent, scalable production.
Make final tweaks and get guidance on packaging, labeling, and regulatory compliance.
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Clients are responsible for providing raw materials. However, FRL can assist with sourcing compliant, high-quality ingredients, available as an additional service.
Each package includes 4-6 hours of lab time per day. If additional lab time is required, this can be arranged at an extra cost.
You can observe the output and results of the product development process, but the actual working process is conducted by our experts. We provide real-time feedback and updates based on your observations.
We offer sensory testing (taste, texture, aroma) as well as stability testing to ensure that your beverage maintains its desired qualities over time. Functional testing for health claims can also be arranged.
If you require more lab time beyond what’s included in the package, we can arrange additional lab hours at an extra cost. This can be discussed during the initial consultation or later in the project.
Yes, FRL provides packaging and labeling advice to ensure that your beverage is market-ready and compliant with regulatory standards. This includes material recommendations and design guidance.
We offer comprehensive regulatory support, helping you navigate safety, labeling, and certification requirements. This service is included in premium and advanced packages or can be purchased separately.
Yes, you can provide feedback based on the output during the development process, and adjustments can be made within the allocated lab time. If additional adjustments are needed, extra lab time can be arranged.
At the conclusion of the project, you will receive a detailed SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) along with video documentation to ensure you can replicate the product consistently at scale.
Yes, storage is available for the duration of the project. Extended storage beyond the project timeline can be arranged at an additional cost.
Yes, expert selection can be discussed during the consultation phase. Based on your project’s complexity and specific requirements, we will recommend the most suitable experts, and you will have the option to make a choice.
Project costs will vary depending on the complexity of your product development needs. More complex projects, such as those involving multiple stages of testing, advanced formulations, or extensive regulatory compliance, will require more resources and expertise, which may increase the overall cost. During the initial consultation, we will assess your project and provide a detailed cost breakdown based on the specific requirements.
The project cost typically covers lab time, expert consultation, sensory and stability testing, ingredient sourcing (if requested), SOP creation, and documentation. Additional services such as extended lab time, advanced packaging solutions, and regulatory assistance may incur additional costs, which will be discussed during the consultation.
Yes, project scope changes can be requested, but they may affect both the timeline and cost. We recommend discussing any adjustments as early as possible to avoid delays. Major changes to the product formulation, testing requirements, or packaging could incur additional charges based on the complexity of the new requests.
Our team follows a rigorous development and testing process to ensure that the final product meets your quality standards. This includes sensory testing, stability assessments, and, if required, functional efficacy testing. You will receive regular updates during the process, and final approval is always in your hands before the project is completed.
If the product does not meet your expectations based on the agreed-upon project scope, we encourage you to provide specific feedback during the review process. Adjustments can be made within the allocated project time. In cases where further changes are required beyond the initial agreement, additional costs may apply, which will be discussed in advance.
Yes, certain projects may require specialized testing (e.g., advanced nutritional analysis, microbiological testing, or functional efficacy studies) or the use of specialized equipment. These services are not included in the standard package and will be billed separately. We will inform you of any additional costs during the consultation phase.
You will receive regular updates from the assigned expert throughout the project. Milestones, including formulation completion, testing results, and final documentation, will be shared with you. You can also communicate directly with the expert or project manager to discuss any concerns or feedback as the project progresses.
We can assist with obtaining additional certifications such as organic, vegan, or halal, depending on your product’s needs. These certifications require specialized processes and documentation, which may involve extra time and costs. We will provide you with a clear plan for obtaining the necessary certifications during the project consultation.
FRL focuses primarily on product development and initial testing. However, we can provide guidance on scaling up your product for large-scale manufacturing, including connections to co-packers and manufacturers that align with your product’s needs. Our team will also ensure that all the processes we develop are scalable and replicable for commercial production.
If your project exceeds the estimated timeline due to unforeseen complexities, we will notify you immediately. Extensions may incur additional charges, but we will provide a detailed explanation and options to continue or adjust the project scope. We aim to keep timelines as efficient as possible while maintaining quality.
Food Research Lab strives for excellence in new Food, Beverage and Nutraceutical Product Research and Development by offering cutting edge scientific analysis and expertise.