Cape Crystal Brands Featured in Fox News Digital and the New York Post
Fox News Digital Spotlights the Science of Salt in Coffee
Fox News Digital recently featured Cape Crystal Brands founder Edmund “Ed” McCormick in an expert commentary exploring why adding a pinch of salt can transform the taste of coffee. McCormick explained how sodium ions neutralize bitterness by suppressing certain receptor signals on the tongue, enhancing sweetness and balance without masking natural flavors.
The article examined the chemistry and culinary logic behind the growing “salt-in-coffee” trend, positioning Ed alongside other food and nutrition experts.
“A small amount of salt doesn’t make your coffee salty,” McCormick noted. “It rounds out the harsher compounds formed during roasting — especially chlorogenic acid lactones — so your palate perceives a smoother, less bitter cup.”
Syndicated by the New York Post
The same feature was later picked up by the New York Post and ran on the publication’s front page that afternoon — further amplifying the discussion of food chemistry in everyday life. The story’s appearance on two major media platforms highlights how scientific curiosity about taste and texture continues to resonate with mainstream audiences.
Both articles showcase McCormick’s mission through Cape Crystal Brands: to make food science accessible, relatable, and practical — bridging the gap between culinary tradition and ingredient technology.
About Cape Crystal Brands
Cape Crystal Brands is a U.S.-based specialty food-science company offering premium natural hydrocolloids, thickeners, stabilizers, emulsifiers, and plant-based gelling agents for chefs, manufacturers, and modernist home cooks. Founded by food-formulation consultant Edmund “Ed” McCormick, the company’s mission is to simplify ingredient chemistry while promoting clean-label, evidence-based food innovation.
Explore Cape Crystal Brands’ ingredient library and educational resources at www.CapeCrystalBrands.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What was Cape Crystal Brands featured for in Fox News Digital?
Fox News Digital featured Cape Crystal Brands founder Edmund “Ed” McCormick in an expert commentary explaining the science behind adding salt to coffee — specifically how sodium ions suppress bitterness and enhance flavor balance without masking natural taste.
2. Why did the New York Post also publish the article?
The New York Post syndicated the same Fox News feature, highlighting the growing public interest in food chemistry and how small ingredient tweaks can improve the sensory profile of everyday foods.
3. What does Cape Crystal Brands specialize in?
Cape Crystal Brands specializes in natural hydrocolloids, stabilizers, thickeners, emulsifiers, and gelling agents that support clean-label, plant-based, and modernist cooking. The company helps chefs, manufacturers, and home cooks understand the science of texture and taste.
4. Where can I learn more about Cape Crystal Brands’ ingredients?
You can explore Cape Crystal’s complete ingredient catalog and educational resources at www.CapeCrystalBrands.com.
5. Who is Edmund “Ed” McCormick?
Edmund “Ed” McCormick is a food-formulation consultant, author of The Beginner’s Guide to Hydrocolloids, and founder of Cape Crystal Brands. His work focuses on translating ingredient chemistry into practical, evidence-based culinary solutions.
