Section outline


  • Week 2

    Analysing a Kiwi Classic - Griffins Toffee Pops

    This week you are going to undertake product analysis.

    P    roduct analysis is carried out to:

    • investigate how a product is made; analyse the type and amount of ingredients used; gain ideas for new product development; compare differences between brands; check that a product matches its specification.

    Aspects of product analysis include:
    • Describing physical attributes, e.g. appearance and weight; Recording cost; Undertaking sensory evaluation tests, e.g. appearance, odour, taste and texture; Performing nutritional analysis; Investigating ingredients used, e.g. type, source, weight and percentage; Researching preparation or manufacturing techniques; Considering shelf-life issues; Reviewing its target group; Looking at packaging, e.g. type, function and material. 


    Learning intentions

    • Undertake product analysis of a kiwi classic - Toffee Pop

    Success criteria

    • I am being introduced to the role of a Food Technologist
    • I am learning some of the aspects of food analysis

    Activities and resources

    • Complete tasks on the Kiwi Classic - Toffee Pop Document (on Google Classroom)