Sorbic Acid

Used in ciders and Flavored malt Beverages as a preservative against fungi, bacteria and yeast growth.

Product Specs

Sorbic Acid is often used in ciders and Flavored malt Beverages as a preservative against fungi, bacteria and yeast growth.

  • The antimicrobial action of Sorbic Acid is used primarily against yeasts and molds.
  • Related yeasts inhibited by Sorbic Acid include species of genera Brettanomyces, Candida, Hansennla, Pichia, Saccharomyces, Torulaspora, and Zygosaccharomyces.
  • Other name:  2,4-hexadienoic acid.

Application:  Added during ingredient blending of Flavored Malt Beverages or prior to packaging ciders and fruit based beverages.

Packaging:  25 kg bag