Misleading Google Alert: FYI on Torani vs DaVinci

Today I received a Google Alert letting me know that someone out there was discussing DaVinci and Torani Gourmet Flavored Syrups.

Was I in for a big surprise when I went to the link to find the posting below.

KypDurron Senior Member Joined: 30 Jun 2008 Posts: 233 Location: Wisconsin

Posted: Thu Jul 17, 2008 4:34 pm Post subject: FYI on Torani vs Davinci I haven't checked all syrups yet, but heres some food for thought. 1 Bottle of torani vanilla SF syrup contains 14 carbs. 1 Bottle of Davinci Vanilla SF syrup contains 3.5 Torani tells me it's the vanilla extract that makes it like that, so it may not be a issue with the other flavors. I'm pitching my torani. They had it in the local store so i gave it a shot. http://www.lowcarbsite.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=121785&sid=7b7ac5ad0817cf3dc885ed6224ce3b0b

Well KypDurron here's the REAL TRUTH directly off DaVinci and Torani's web site.
I hope if you or any members of your group "Atkins Diet, Low Carb Forum" see this you would let the rest of your group know what the manufacturers actually do claim.
They are listed below.

DaVinci And Torani Sugar Free Products


Davinci Gourmet has some great news for health conscious dieters and diabetics.
Using our sugar free gourmet syrups and sauces, you can still get the health advantages of reducing your sugar intake without sacrificing gourmet flavor.
Davinci Sugar Free Products are all made with Splenda® artificial sweetener and contain zero carbs and zero calories.


Torani Sugar Free Products

The perfect flavor of vanilla grown in tropical areas around the globe.

It offers a crispy, clean, aromatic vanilla.

• Serving Size 1 oz (30ml or 2 Tbsp.)
• Amount per serving:
• Calories
• Calories from Fat 0
• % Daily Value*
• Total Fat 0 g
• 0%
• Sodium 15 mg
• 1%
• Total Carbohydrate 0 g
• 0%
• Sugar 0 g
• Protein 0 g
• * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

Torani or DaVinci Gourmet Flavored Syrup Which Would You Choose?

Torani and DaVinci are both great gourmet flavored syrup companies.

DaVinci's Sugar Free White Chocolate mixed with DaVinci's Sugar Free Raspberry always puts a smile on my face.

DaVinci has around 50+ Sugar Free Flavors many of them exotic and or seasonal.

Torani on the other hand is a smaller more "family like" run company and they have 30+ Sugar Free Flavors in Syrups and Sauces.

If you make your own ice cream try Torani's Sugar Free Almond Roca® Syrup as the base flavor, you'll swear you were eating Brown and Haley's World Famous Almond Roca® Candy.

As far as which company has better flavors, you've got to be the judge of that. I like DaVinci's French Vanilla better than Torani's and vise-versa for the Hazelnut.

My absolute favorite is not made in Sugar Free, so I indulge myself when I make a Vanilla Soy milk shake with DaVinci's Classic Carrot Cake Syrup.

When it gets down to making a purchase, there are a lot of great online merchants that can give you a extremely wide choice of flavors compared to say your local Safeway or Walmart. Most on online merchants have a great turnover in product that their stock never collects dust or goes flat.

Shipping is a drawback to buying online. The single bottle will always cost more to ship than a multiple bottle purchase. You really need to break your calculator out to find the best bargain. Most online merchants will let you mix-n-match flavors and most importantly different brands. You may not find that flexibility when dealing direct with a manufacturer. Look for half case (6) or whole case (12) specials.

If Sugar Free is the only type of Gourmet Flavored Coffee Syrup you'll buy, then here's a small heads up. STOCK UP EARLY FOR WINTER!! The time to buy any brand of Sugar Free Gourmet Flavored Coffee Syrup is Spring, Summer or Fall.

Winter in most parts of the USA spells potential disaster when shipping Sugar Free Syrups. It's part rocket science and part common sense or really good shipping insurance. The molecular structure of sugar prevents most syrups from freezing. The molecular structure of Splenda will allow the syrups in glass bottles to freeze, expand and rupture the glass bottle. Making a big sloppy mess in the box that's on the FedEx truck to be delivered to your front door. The major shippers like FedEx, UPS or DHL do not have heated cargo storage compartments in their trucks or warehouses.

I'm a former online merchant of Gourmet Flavored Coffee Syrups, When I sold online my website was www.MorningFlavors.Com

I have since become Gourmet Flavored Syrup Recipe Wrangler.
If your looking for some great recipes for Sugar and Sugar Free Syrups as well as a dozen or more links to some of the best prices on line from well established and professional online merchants, you owe it to yourself to go to MorningFlavors Recipes @ http://morningflavors.blogspot.com/

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TORANI PERFECT PUNCH

Ingredients:

1/4 cup Torani Raspberry syrup
2 cups pink grapefruit juice
1 cup pineapple juice
1 cup cranberry juice
1 cup lemon lime soda such as 7-Up
3/4 cup vodka (optional)

Instructions:

Combine ingredients in a large punch bowl with ice. Stir well and garnish with fresh fruit such as pineapple and grapefruit if desired.

Serves 6-8

STRAWBERRY SANGRIA

Ingredients:

1 cup Torani Strawberry syrup
6 cups chilled rose-wine
4 cups chilled sparkling water
2/3 cup superfine granulated sugar
2 cups slices strawberries
fresh mint for garnish, if desired

Instructions:

Stir together peaches, sugar and Torani and let sit one hour. Combine ingredients in a large punch bowl filled with ice and stir well.

Serves 6-8



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NEW: Try a Tropical Caipirinha at T.G.I. Friday's featuring Torani Hibiscus!

What's a caipirinha? A caipirinha (kai-pur-een-ya) is Brazil's national cocktail made with Cachaça (Brazilian rum), fresh lime and pure cane sugar. For a limited time, T.G.I. Friday's is offering a special Tropical Caipirinha made with Torani Hibiscus syrup. A blend of traditional caipirinha ingredients, with a hint of fresh floral hibiscus, this new drink is reminiscent of a tropical breeze on a summer night.

* Torani Hibiscus syrup is not yet available for purchase. To recreate a refreshing caipirinha at home, try adding Torani Raspberry syrup or Torani Mango syrup.

INSPIRED TORANI RECIPES

SPARKLING RASPBERRY PUNCH

Ingredients:

1/4 cup Torani Raspberry syrup
1 cup pineapple juice
1 bottle (24.5 fl. oz.) sparkling apple cider

Instructions:

Combine ingredients in a large punch bowl filled with ice and stir well.

Serves 6-8



STRAWBERRY LEMONADE

Ingredients:

1 cup Torani Strawberry syrup
8 cups lemonade

Instructions:

Combine ingredients in a large pitcher filled with ice and stir well. Garnish with fresh strawberry halves, if desired.

Serves 6-8

Torani A SPLASH OF SEASONAL INSPIRATION

PITCHER PERFECT PARTY DRINKS FOR SUMMER

The first official days of summer have arrived, and your calendar is quickly filling up with outdoor diversions and family gatherings. Whether you are enjoying a picnic or barbeque celebration, Torani has the perfect flavors for all your summer entertaining.

Celebrate with delicious party pitcher drinks with the season's hottest flavors, Raspberry and Strawberry, and make Torani part of your summer festivities.

Torani's Summer Sizzler Recipes

Torani Peach Iced Lemonade Tea
2 Tbsp. Torani Peach syrup 1/2 cup black tea, chilled 1/2 cup lemonade Combine all ingredients and stir well. For a crowd (8-10): 1 cup Torani Peach syrup 4 cups black tea, chilled 4 cups lemonade Fill 16-oz. glasses 3/4 full with ice. Add tea, lemonade and Torani and stir.
Firefly Sangria
1 cup Torani Peach syrup 4 firm-ripe peaches cut into wedges 2/3 cup superfine granulated sugar 6 cups chilled rose wine 4 cups chilled sparkling water Ice Fresh mint for garnish Stir together peaches, Torani and sugar and let sit one hour. Add peaches to a large pitcher or punch bowl, stir in wine, sparkling water and ice. Garnish with mint. (Serves 8-10.)

Go Tropical ~ The Sugar Free Way

Torani Sugar Free

Tropical Sunset Soda

Ingredients

1 1/2 Tbsp.Torani Sugar Free Coconut syrup

1 1/2 Tbsp. Torani Sugar Free Mango syrup

1 cup sparkling water or club soda

Instructions

Pour sparkling water into tall glass filled with ice.

Add Torani and slowly top with milk. Stir well.