Apple Juice Concentrate
(Clear 70°Brix)
Apple Juice Concentrate is manufactured from clean, sound fruit, that has been washed and sorted prior to processing.
The predominant varieties are Gala, Braeburn, Granny Smith, Pacific Series, Pink Lady and Fuji.
The resulting 70° Brix concentrate does not contain any added preservatives, acidity regulators, sugars, colourings or flavours.
Apple Juice Concentrate is processed according to good manufacturing practices and complies with the New Zealand Food Hygiene Regulations and the USA Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act.
Flavour & Aroma
Apple Juice Concentrate has been processed to preserve, as much as possible, the original quality of the natural fruit. The resulting product, when diluted to single strength, shall be typical of apple; clean and free from burnt, caramelised, fermented or other off flavours.
Packaging
Clear Apple Juice Concentrate 70° Brix is available in 200L drums, 1000L crates, 1200L MB6 containers, 19000L Tankers.
Storage
Clear Apple Juice Concentrate 70° Brix is recommended to be stored in a frozen environment (-18°C).
Finished Product Standards
| Parameter | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Brix | 70° Minimum |
| Specific Gravity | Approximately 1.34 g/L @ 20°C |
| Acidity | As per customer specification. General range 1.2 – 3.4% w/w malic acid @ 70° Brix |
| pH | General range 3.2 – 3.8 |
| Colour (440 nm @ 11.5° Brix) | As per customer specification. General range 0.19– 0.45 Absorbance, 45 – 85% Transmittance |
| Stability | Free from haze - >95% @ 625nm |
| Turbidity NTU | 0 – 3 NTU |
| Heavy Metal Contamination | To comply with the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetics Act. Batches tested as per customer specification |