Citric acid for elderflower cordial and beverages

The dosage of citric acid depends on the raw material, recipe and desired acid balance. For elderflower cordial and summer drinks, citric acid is normally added according to the recipe, as the sugar content, flowers, fruit and amount of water have a major impact on the final flavour.

Always start carefully if you are adjusting the flavour yourself. Citric acid can quickly lift a flat drink, but too high a dosage can result in an overly sharp acidity. Add a little at a time, stir thoroughly and adjust the flavour until the balance between sweetness, freshness and aroma is right.

Citrol Citric Acid for cider, juice and wine

Citrol Citric Acid is also used for cider, apple juice, fruit wine and winemaking, where the acidity level is adjusted to create a better balance between sweetness and freshness.

In both cider and juice, citric acid can contribute to a fresher and more vibrant flavour profile, especially when using sweet apples, ripe berries or flower-based beverages.

Dosage of citric acid for cider, juice and wine

For cider, juice, mead and wine, citric acid should be dosed with care. Acid adjustment should preferably be carried out based on flavour, pH measurement and the overall acid balance of the product.

As a practical starting point, citric acid should be added in small quantities at a time. Dissolve the citric acid in a small amount of liquid, add it to the full batch and mix thoroughly. Taste and measure again before adding more.

For larger productions, it is recommended to prepare a small test batch first, so the desired freshness and balance can be evaluated before adjusting the entire container.

Citric acid, areas of application

• Citric acid is an important agent together with sulphite when bottles and juice and brewing equipment need to be disinfected or equipment washed before use
• Citric acid is also used to increase the acidity in for example homemade elderflower cordial or birch sap or other "flat" summer drinks made from garden berries and flowers
• Citric acid can also be used to balance the sweetness in jams and marmalades

Citric acid and sulphite for cleaning and disinfection

Citric acid and sulphite are often used together for cleaning and disinfection of equipment used for wine, cider, brewing and juice production.

The combination is used for, among other things:

• Bottles and containers
• Fermentation buckets and demijohns
• Fruit presses and fruit crushers
• Hoses, filters and bottling equipment

Dosage of citric acid together with sulphite for disinfection

For disinfection together with sulphite, citric acid is used as part of a sulphite solution. A common dosage is 0.5 g citric acid per litre of water together with the selected sulphite dosage.

For cleaning and disinfection of equipment, the solution should be mixed thoroughly so both sulphite and citric acid are dissolved. The solution can be used for bottles, containers, hoses and equipment that must be clean before contact with juice, wine, cider or mead.

Citric acid is also used as a cleaning agent for removing lime scale, deposits and impurities from equipment used in food production.

Food-grade citric acid E330

Citrol Citric Acid is a food-grade citric acid E330 suitable for use in food production, juice, cider, wine and summer beverages.

The product is GMO-free and contains no allergenic ingredients or derivatives in accordance with current EU legislation.

For optimal shelf life, it is recommended to store the citric acid dry, cool and in tightly sealed packaging.

Advantages of citric acid in powder form

• Food-grade citric acid E330
• Suitable for elderflower cordial and summer beverages
• Used for cider, juice, mead and wine
• Supports freshness and flavour balance
• Can be used for cleaning and disinfection
• Easy dosing in powder form
• GMO-free product
• Suitable for both hobby and professional use

Select the desired quantity when ordering.