A pseudoplastic gel beverage is made in eight main steps, from raw material preparation to sterilization and cooling. The process supports stable volume production.
Raw material preparation
Select gelling agents that give the drink pseudoplastic behavior, such as xanthan gum and guar gum. Prepare juice, sweeteners, acidulants, and drinking water. All materials need quality inspection before use and must meet food safety standards.
Gelling agent pretreatment
Mix the gelling agent with part of the sugar powder or other dry ingredients first. This prevents lumps when water is added. Then slowly add the mix to warm water at 50 to 70°C while stirring, so the gelling agent dissolves into a uniform gel solution.
Blending
Add juice, sweeteners, acidulants, and the remaining ingredients to the gel solution in sequence. Stir well. Check Brix, acidity, and other indicators to adjust taste and confirm the product meets the target specification.
Homogenization
Send the blended beverage to a homogenizer. Keep homogenizing pressure at 20 to 30 MPa. This makes particles finer and more uniform, which improves stability and mouthfeel. For homogenizer builders, Hansheng Automation can machine custom homogenizing valves, valve seats, plungers, and pump body parts from customer drawings, in single pieces or small batches.
Deaeration
Use vacuum deaeration to remove air from the beverage. This helps prevent oxidation and foaming during filling and storage, and extends shelf life.
Filling
Fill the deaerated beverage into suitable containers such as plastic bottles or cans. Maintain strict hygiene throughout to avoid contamination.
Sterilization
Choose a suitable method based on beverage characteristics and packaging material, such as high-temperature short-time sterilization or pasteurization. This kills microorganisms and keeps the product safe and stable.
Cooling
After sterilization, cool the beverage to room temperature or a suitable storage temperature using water cooling, air cooling, or another method. The finished product is then ready.
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