Q. Explain Spoilage of Soft Drinks?
We all consume soft drinks, fruit juices, as well as, preserves, which normally are available in the market as tetrapacks, cans, bottles etc. What microorganisms lead to their spoilage? Let us try to learn about them.
Soft drinks, fruit juices and fluit preserves aresthe unique products, as they are acidic by nature, to which antimicrobial ingredients qe added. The soft drinks are of two types. One, carbonated, and the other one is non-carbonated. The carbonated soft drinks are manufactured by the absorption of carbon dioxide in the potable water containing flavours and colours. Other ingredients like sweeteners, foaming, emulsifying and stabilizing agents may also be added. The non-carbonated drinks, apart fiom the above ingredients, may contain fruit juices and vitamin C.