flavoured

Flavoured is an adjective used to describe foods and drinks in which flavorings have been added to impart or intensify taste or aroma. The term is common in British English; American English typically uses flavored. It can also be applied to other consumer goods where scent or taste is a consideration.

Flavorings come in three broad categories: natural flavorings derived from plant or animal sources; nature-identical flavorings that are chemically identical to natural flavors but produced synthetically; and artificial flavorings that do not correspond to any natural flavor. They appear as extracts, essences, oils, or formulated compounds and are often used in small amounts. Flavorings may be combined with carriers such as alcohol, water, or fats. Common examples include vanilla, citrus, berry, and mint flavors.

Labeling and regulation vary by jurisdiction but often require disclosure of added flavorings on ingredient lists. Distinctions between natural flavor, nature-identical flavor, and artificial flavor are defined by regulatory agencies, and some regions regulate or restrict certain flavoured products, particularly in tobacco or vaping categories, to reduce appeal to minors. The use of flavoured on a product label generally signals the presence of added flavoring rather than a characteristic of the base ingredient.

In practice, flavoured products may rely on flavorings to replicate or enhance sensory notes without altering the fundamental food category. Consumer preferences and regulatory standards influence the choice of flavoring types and how they are described on labels.