Below is published the second and final part of the technological instruction on the production of carbonated soft drinks based on microemulsions of CO2 extracts, developed by the Institute of Beverages by order of the company “Biozevtika”. In fact, this handbook is a quality compendium of best practices for making lemonade, collected from the soft drink industry over many decades. We recommend that you stick to the procedures and parameters specified in the instructions as much as possible, as careful observance of them will guarantee consistently excellent results.
Separately, it is worth mentioning water quality as one of the key parameters for the production of beverages based on microemulsions of CO2 extracts. Too hard water over time can lead to a number of negative changes in the product, worsening its appearance, organoleptic and commercial properties – we are talking about such potential changes as turbidity, sedimentation, flaking and a number of others. Therefore, the general rule applies: the softer the water, the better, the better and more stable the finished drink will be. For this reason, we recommend paying special attention to water treatment and punctually observing all softening parameters recommended in the instructions (maximum 0.7 degrees of hardness, preferably less), regularly rinsing filters and changing consumables.
The first part of the technical instructions can be found under this link.
6 Methods and means of controlling the technological process, raw materials and finished products
6.1 In the process of preparing drinks, raw materials, mixed syrup and the finished drink are controlled.
6.2 The quality of raw materials and technological aids is controlled according to the requirements of current standards.
6.3 Sampling of finished products is carried out in accordance with G 6687.0-86.
6.4 Persons exercising control are determined by job descriptions.
6.5 A brief description of the methods and means of controlling raw materials, technological processes and finished products is given in Chart 3.
Chart 3
| controlled product | place selection and period | controlled indicators | limits, indicators | methods and facilities Control |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| concentrated juices, concentrates | warehouse, every batch | mass fraction of solids acid | in accordance with official documents – “- | G 6687.2-90 G 6687.4-86 |
| white sugar | warehouse, every batch | Appearance, taste, smell, purity of the solution moisture content | according to G 33222-2015 – “- | G 12576-2014 G R 54642-2011 |
| infusions, extracts | warehouse, every batch | Mass Concentration of Solids | in accordance with official documents | G 6687.2-90 |
| treated water | After water treatment | taste, smell and turbidity general hardness residual chlorine, mg/dm³ alkalinity, mg-eq/dm³ | according to SanPiN 2.1.4.1074-01 2.1.4 1175-02 TI 10-5031536-73-90 not more than 0,7 not more than 0,3 not more than 1,0 | G 3351-74 G 31954-2012 G 18190-72 TI 10-5031536-143-91 |
| sugar syrup | Syrup cooker, each batch | mass fraction of solids volume | in accordance with in accordance with the DC | G 6687.2-90 Flow meter or water glass |
Continuing Chart 3
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| syrup mix | stock collection, every batch | volume | Depending on the chosen dilution | with sight glass or flow meter |
| ready-to-drink beverage | Consumer packaging, each batch on the day of filling -“- -“- -“- | Appearance, colour, aroma, taste production volume mass fraction of solids acid | in accordance with the DC permissible negative deviations from the nominal power with accordance to G 8.579-2002 Permissible positive deviations are determined by the company in accordance with the DC -“- | G6687,5-86 G6687,5-86 G6687.2-90 G6687.4-86 |
| ready-to-drink beverage | In agreement with the regional authorities of Rospotrebnadzor -“- | BGKP Coliform bacteria Pathogenic microorganisms, including salmonella yeasts and molds) | according to TR CU 021/2011 – “- – “- | G 30712-2001 G 31747-2012 G 31659-2012 G 10444.12-2013 |
End of Chart 3
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| ready-to-drink beverage | – “- – “- – “- – “- | Content of toxic elements arsenic cadmium mercury | -“- -“- -“- -“- | G 26932-86 G 30178-96 G 30538-97 G R 51301-99 G 26930-86 G 30538-97 G 31628-2012 G R 51766-2001 G 26933-86 G 30178-96 G 30538-97 G R 51301-99 G 26927-86 |
| at the request of the consumer | content of preservatives | In accordance with the DC | G 30059-93 G R 53193-2008 |
7. Acceptance Rules
Acceptance rules according to G 6687.0-86.
8. Sanitary and hygienic requirements
When producing beverages, one should be guided by the requirements of the “Health regulations for brewery and non-alcoholic beverages”, approved on April 15, 1985, “Instructions for microbiological control of the production of highly persistent non-alcoholic beverages” IK 10-5031536-105 -91, approved June 28, 1991, and the current instructions for washing and disinfecting industrial equipment, consumer packaging and equipment.
The frequency of preventive sanitation and hygiene measures and washing of process equipment according to the approved schedule.
9. Security Requirements
When producing beverages, it is necessary to observe the “Safety and Occupational Safety Regulations in the Brewing and Non-Alcohol Industry” approved on 05/03/1982, as well as the safety regulations for a specific establishment approved in the Regulation Conduct.
10. List of regulatory and technological documentation required for the production of beverages
- G 28188-2014 “Non-alcoholic beverages. General technical conditions»
- Technical regulation of the Customs Union TR TS 021/2011 “On food safety”
- Technical regulations of the Customs Union TR CU 022/2011 “Food with regard to its labeling”
- Technical regulation of the Customs Union TR CU 005/2011 “On safety of packaging”
- Technical regulations of the customs union TR TS 029/2012 “Safety requirements for food additives, flavorings and processing aids”
- “Hygiene regulations for enterprises of the brewing and non-alcoholic industry”, approved by the Ministry of Industry and Trade on 04/15/85 and by the Ministry of Health on 04/09/85
- IK 10-5031536-105-91 “Instructions for microbiological control in the production of highly stable soft drinks”, approved on 06/28/1991
- “Rules of safety and industrial hygiene in the brewing and non-alcoholic industry” approved by the Ministry of Industry and Trade on 05/03/82
- SanPiN 2.1.4.1074-01 “Drinking water. Hygienic requirements for the water quality of central drinking water supply systems. quality control”
- SanPiN 2.1.4 1175-02 “Drinking water. Hygienic requirements for the quality of the decentralized water supply. Sanitary protection of springs»
- TI 10-5031536-73-90 “Technological guidance on water treatment for the production of beer and soft drinks”
| DEVELOPED on behalf of “Biozevtika”: | |
| FGBNU VNIIPBiVP | |
| Associate Director of Research, Ph.D. | K.V. Kobelev |
| Laboratory Director for Naturally-Based Soft Drinks and Concentrates Technology, Ph.D. | G.L. Filonova |
| scientific assistant | E.V. Nikiforova |
| Head of the standardization and certification department | G.M. Krasivicheva |
In addition to technological instructions, the company “Biozevtika” has a large number of original recipes for lemonades based on microemulsions of CO2 extracts. For catalogue, samples and clarification of questions please contact us.