Both high and low acyl gellan gum can be applied in beverages, but low acyl gellan gum is widely used as a stabilizer in suspension beverages.
Why?
With the help of Ca or Na ions, low acyl gellan gum forms a stabilization system that keeps the particles & seeds suspended in the solution made of gellan gum.
Due to its perfect transparency, excellent acid/heat stability, and good flavor release, low acyl gellan gum has been widely used in various suspension beverages, such as coconut beverages, aloe vera beverages, chia seeds, basil seed drinks, etc.
It has both suspension and thickening properties, making the beverages taste rich and full.
As a result, low acyl gellan gum is a good recommendation in basil seed drinks, to prevent basil seeds from collecting at the bottom.
Low Acyl Gellan Gum is a white powder. The solution made by low acyl gellan gum is clear and with high transparency.
High Acyl Gellan Gum is Dark Yellow Powder. The solution made by high acyl gellan gum is not so clear and with lower transparency.
The viscosity of High Acyl Gellan Gum is higher, so it can be used as a thickening agent.
For those products who need a thicker mouthfeel, we recommend high acyl gellan gum.
Below is a recommended recipe for LA gellan gum in basil seed drinks, one kind of suspension beverage.
Ingredients | Dosage |
Low Acyl Gellan Gum | 0.03%(Max:0.04%) |
Sugar | 10.0% |
CaCo3 | 0.04% |
CMC | 0.04% (Optional, can add it or not) |
Sodium Citrate | 0.014% |
Sodium Polyphosphate | 0.017% |
Colors | 0.0007% |
Flavors | 0.17% |
Citric Acid | 0.2% |
Basil Seed | 0.30%, or the appropriate amount |
Remark: pH Value can be adjusted according to products flavor you required, but must ensure that calcium carbonate dissolved completely, and that the pH will affect the suspension temperature | |
You must also be aware of the following important cautions when making Basil Seed drinks by using low acyl gellan gum.
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