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QA/QC in beverage production: Cocoa mix and powdered drinks

Bruker Optics
27 Nov 2020

Powdered beverages have seen a significant increase in demand in all age groups over the past decades. Just think of a hot cup of cocoa, or the Greek Frappé, which almost evokes a Mediterranean feeling and whose main ingredient is instant coffee. But there is a lot of science and analytics behind this "instant" path to delight. This includes a complex product development as well as quality control of the final product to ensure high production standards and customer satisfaction.

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Infrared / IR SpectroscopyInfrared (IR) spectroscopy measures the interaction of infrared light with a sample, including transmission, reflectance & absorbance, facilitating the identification of analytes. Equipment used for quantitative analysis includes Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectrometers, infrared cameras, FTIR gas analyzers, as well as attenuated total reflectance (ATR) accessories and pellet or film presses. Find the best IR spectroscopy products in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.Quality ControlQuality control is needed in all production processes. Quality control is a monitoring procedure or set of procedures that are put in place to ensure that a manufactured product adheres to a defined set of quality criteria. Food TestingFood testing refers to a variety experiments including PCR, mass spectrometry, processing, QuEChERS, analyzing and Kjeldahl.Food QualityFood quality refers to the attributes of food that influence its safety, nutrition, and taste. Monitoring and ensuring food quality are essential in production to meet health regulations and consumer expectations. Techniques like spectroscopy, chromatography, and microbial testing are used to assess food properties and detect contaminants. Browse our peer-reviewed product directory to find food quality testing solutions; compare products, check reviews, and get pricing directly from manufacturers.

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QA/QC in beverage production: Cocoa mix and powdered drinks