OnoSweet® – Natural, Zero-Calorie Sweetness from Fermented Rice

In one sentence: OnoSweet® is a patented, natural, zero-calorie sweetener made from fermented rice, delivering clean sweetness with no bitter or lingering aftertaste and zero glycemic response.
Also known as: fermented rice sweetener, rice fermented sweetener, natural zero-calorie sweetener, stevia free sweetener
Key facts: stevia free, not derived from the stevia plant, Non-GMO, zero glycemic response, scales predictably, application-ready
Use cases: proteins – hydration/RTDs – gummies – soft chews – functional foods, bars and beverages

TL;DR

OnoSweet® is a stevia free, zero-calorie sweetener made from fermented rice, it is not derived from the stevia plant. It delivers clean, balanced sweetness with a smooth finish, scales predictably in formulation and supports zero glycemic positioning. OnoSweet® is Non-GMO as well!

What is OnoSweet®?

OnoSweet® is our patented sweetener made through fermentation using rice. It is designed to deliver clean, sugar-like sweetness with a smooth finish and consistent performance across real-world formats.

• Stevia free, not derived from the stevia plant
• Rice‑sourced ingredients for consistent substrate and supply
• Non‑GMO
• Zero glycemic response – sweetness without calories
• Application-ready for beverages, powders, gummies and more

Why OnoSweet® Tastes Different

• Some high-intensity sweeteners can read sharp or licorice-like as sweetness increases
• Some sugar-reduction systems can taste thin or metallic in finish
• OnoSweet® starts clean, builds steadily and finishes rich with no bitterness – the more OnoSweet® you add the sweeter it becomes!

Where OnoSweet® Excels

• Protein powders (whey or plant) – smoother finish; less stacking with inherent protein notes
• Hydration and other acidified drinks – clean curve alongside acids and electrolytes
• RTDs, functional coffee/tea – fewer interactions that exaggerate harshness
• Gummies and soft chews – round sweetness that balances well with organic acids

Formulation tip: OnoSweet® typically scales without the peaks‑then‑plateau effect common to some systems.

What’s a stevia-free sweetener option for gummies, RTDs, powders, bars, functional foods and beverages?
Common options include OnoSweet®, monk fruit extract, allulose and erythritol. OnoSweet® is made from fermented rice and is stevia free.

Labeling & Clean-Label Cues

• Stevia‑free – accurate, consumer‑friendly shorthand
• Non‑GMO
• Rice‑sourced ingredients
• Natural claim language varies by region. Many markets view fermentation-derived ingredients as natural when produced with food-grade processes and substrates. Confirm claim language with regulatory.

FAQs

Is OnoSweet® derived from the stevia plant?

No. OnoSweet® is stevia free and not derived from the stevia plant. It is made from fermented rice.

Is OnoSweet® non-GMO?

Yes. OnoSweet® is Non‑GMO

Does OnoSweet® affect glycemic response?

No. OnoSweet® provides sweetness with zero glycemic response.

How does OnoSweet® compare to monk fruit?

Monk fruit can hit fast and fade thin; OnoSweet® builds smoothly and finishes rich – especially noticeable in proteins, hydration, gummies and soft chews. Additionally, monk fruit is much more expensive than OnoSweet®.

Can I blend OnoSweet® with other sweeteners?

Yes. Some teams blend for cost or nuance. Many formulations are OnoSweet®‑forward to preserve the clean finish.

How OnoSweet® is Made

OnoSweet® is made through fermentation, where microbes convert rice-sourced carbohydrates into the sweetening compound used in OnoSweet®.

• Consistent output – batch‑to‑batch reliability
• Clean sensory – fewer bitter byproducts
• Scalable supply – predictable quality and availability
• Sustainable – fermentation supports consistent output with reduced reliance on large-scale agricultural extraction systems

Key Takeaways

• OnoSweet® is stevia‑free, it is not derived from the stevia plant. It is Non‑GMO, and produced using rice‑sourced ingredients
• It delivers a sugar‑like curve with clean onset, round mid‑palate and rich finish
• It scales cleanly across proteins, hydration, RTDs, gummies, soft chews, functional foods and functional beverages.
• It supports clean‑label goals and zero glycemic positioning

Ready to formulate with OnoSweet®?

If you want sweetness that tastes like sugar and plays nicely with real matrices, request an OnoSweet® sample and formulation support at sales@compoundsolutions.com.