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Compounds
Nexiran make varieties of compounds for the beverage industry
Compounds in the beverage industry have a long history.Initially, natural ingredients such as herbs, fruits and spices were used to improve the taste and color of drinks. Using of chemical compounds became common by the progress of science and technology.
In the 19th century, with the development of organic chemistry, the production of synthetic compounds such as colors and flavors started.These compounds helped mass-produce beverages and provide the opportunities for more diverse flavors and colors.In the 20th century, with further progress in chemistry and food technology, the use of more complex and advanced compounds also increased.For example, the compound of sports drinks, diet drinks, energy and fortified drinks.
Nowadays, compounds has an important effect the beverage industry, helping to produce high quality and diverse products.
The main components of beverage compounds:
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Essential oils and flavors:
- These components creating the main taste of the drink.Fruit essential oils such as orange, lemon, pineapple or more complex taste such as combinations of berries and tropical flavors are usually present in compounds.
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Sweeteners:
- Compounds could contain various sweeteners, including sugar, fructose, or artificial sweeteners such as aspartame or stevia.These ingredients used to adjust the sweetness of the drink.
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Acids:
- To balance the taste and add acidity and spicy properties to the drink, edible acids (food-grade) such as citric acid, malic acid or phosphoric acid are used.
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Edible Colors:
- Compounds often contain natural or artificial colors to provide an attractive appearance to the drink.The colors should be in harmony with the final taste and appearance of the product.
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Preservatives:
- To increase the shelf life of beverages, compounds may contain preservatives such as sodium benzoate or potassium sorbate, which prevent the growth of microorganisms.
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Vitamins and nutrients (optional):
- Some compounds for the production of fortified beverages may contain vitamins (e.g. vitamin C, D) or other nutrients such as minerals or fiber.
Applications:
Fruit Juices
Carbonated Soft Drinks
Still Drinks
Advantages of using compounds:
Consistency in Taste: Soft Drinks Compounds allowed the manufacturers to consistently deliver the same taste in their products without worrying about seasonal changes or raw material quality.
Cost reduction: By using compounds, costs related to the purchase and preparation of raw materials are reduced.Also, production time is reduced and productivity is increased.
- Longer shelf life: Compounds are usually formulated to have a longer shelf life than fresh fruit extracts.This advantage allows manufacturers to offer their products in the market for a longer shelf life time.
Compatibility with different formulations: Compounds are compatible with different types of drinks such as fruit juices, carbonated drinks and sports drinks due to their precise and standard formulations.
Ease of production: Beverage production using compounds is simpler and requires less advanced equipment, as many processes are already done in the compound production phase.
Flavor and product diversity: Compounds allow manufacturers to easily add new and varied flavors and taste to their products and penetrate the new markets.
Compounds play a key role in the rapid production of various beverages.These ready mixes allow manufacturers to produce uniform, high-quality beverages at a lower cost and with greater efficiency.Choosing the right compound for the beverage based on the target market could lead to the commercial success of the product.These advantages also contribute to the compound becoming a key ingredient in the production of beverages, especially in industrial contexts.