NATURALLY TART, RICHLY CONCENTRATED
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High-quality sour cherry juice concentrate developed for beverage, dairy, confectionery, bakery, jam, sauce and frozen-dessert applications. Available for bulk B2B supply in clarified or cloudy formats, with commercial Brix levels commonly including 65° and 68° Brix.
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Product Overview
Naturally Tart. Richly Colored. Industrially Versatile.
Sour cherry juice concentrate is a premium fruit ingredient produced from carefully selected, fully ripened sour cherries. Through controlled juice extraction, clarification and vacuum concentration, much of the natural water is removed while the characteristic tart flavor, deep red fruit profile and concentrated soluble solids are retained.
- Delivers the naturally sharp, refreshing and recognizable flavor profile of ripe sour cherries.
- Provides an intense red appearance and concentrated fruit character for beverages and food formulations.
- Commercial sour cherry concentrates are commonly specified at approximately 65° or 68° Brix, subject to batch analysis.
Tests & Analysis (Typical Specification)
Tests & Analysis (Typical Specification)
Physical & Chemical Analysis
| Parameter | Specification | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Brix at 20°C | 65 ± 1 °Bx | |
| Titratable Acidity (as Citric Acid) | 4.5 – 7.5 % w/w | |
| pH | 2.8 – 3.5 | |
| Colour Index (A520/A430) | ≥ 1.3 at 13.2 °Bx | |
| Turbidity – Clarified Grade | ≤ 20 NTU at 13.2 °Bx | |
| HMF (Hydroxymethylfurfural) | ≤ 20 mg/kg | |
| D/L-Lactic Acid | ≤ 0.5 g/L | |
| Foreign Matter / Pit & Seed Fragments | Absent | |
| Total Plate Count / Mesophilic Aerobic Bacteria | < 1,000 CFU/g | |
| Yeast | < 500 CFU/g | |
| Mold | < 50 CFU/g | |
| Heat-Resistant Mold Spores | Not Detected / 25 mL | |
| Coliforms | Absent / 1 g | |
| E. coli | Absent / 1 g | |
| Thermophilic Acidophilic Bacteria (TAB) | Absent / 1 g | |
| Salmonella | Absent / 10 g | |
| Complies with applicable destination-market MRLs | Pesticide Residues | |
| Heavy Metals / Contaminants | Complies with applicable destination-market regulations | |
| Artificial Colours & Flavours | Not Added | |
| Preservatives / Foreign Additives | Not Added | |
| Appearance | Clear to slightly turbid, homogeneous concentrated liquid | |
| Colour | Characteristic deep red to dark-red sour cherry colour, without abnormal browning | |
| Aroma | Characteristic natural sour cherry aroma | |
| Taste | Characteristic tart, fruity sour cherry taste | |
| Fermented / Overheated / Off-Flavour | Absent |
* The above values represent typical commercial specifications for Sour Cherry Juice Concentrate. Final specifications may vary depending on cherry variety, origin, crop, concentration grade, production batch and customer requirements. Actual analytical values are confirmed by the corresponding Certificate of Analysis (COA).
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Packaging Solutions for Sour Cherry Juice Concentrate
- Aseptic Bag-in-DrumSour cherry juice concentrate can be supplied in food-grade aseptic bags placed inside durable steel drums. This bulk packaging format supports hygienic handling, efficient transportation and convenient use in industrial food and beverage production.
Quality Verified at Every Stage
Natural Sour Cherry Flavor & ColorPhysicochemical Quality ControlMicrobiological TestingBatch-Specific COA & TDSExport Specification Compliance
Sour cherry juice concentrate is evaluated through physicochemical, microbiological and sensory quality controls, including Brix, pH, acidity, color, turbidity, HMF, yeast, mold and contaminant testing. Final specifications are confirmed according to customer requirements, destination-market regulations and the batch-specific Certificate of Analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Commercial sour cherry juice concentrate is commonly available at approximately 65° or 68° Brix. A 65 Brix concentrate may typically fall within a range of about 64–66° Brix, while a 68 Brix product may be supplied with a tolerance of approximately ±1°. The exact value and testing method should always be confirmed in the batch-specific Certificate of Analysis.
Pure sour cherry juice concentrate can be produced by physically removing water from sour cherry juice without adding sugar. However, buyers should always review the ingredient declaration, Technical Data Sheet and batch documentation because product composition may vary between suppliers and specifications.
Clarified sour cherry concentrate contains fewer suspended particles and is generally suitable for clear juices, nectars, syrups and transparent beverage formulations. Cloudy sour cherry concentrate retains more naturally suspended fruit material and may provide a fuller mouthfeel for smoothies, dairy preparations, sauces, fillings and natural-style beverages.
Sour cherry juice concentrate is used in fruit juices, nectars, carbonated and still beverages, syrups, smoothies, jams, jellies, confectionery, bakery fillings, dairy preparations, yogurt, ice cream, sorbet, dessert sauces, glazes and toppings. Its tart flavor and characteristic red fruit profile also make it suitable for multi-fruit formulations.
Many commercial products require refrigerated or frozen storage to help preserve their color, flavor and overall quality. Storage at approximately −18°C is referenced in some published specifications, but the correct temperature, shelf life and transportation conditions must always be determined from the manufacturer’s Technical Data Sheet, label and batch documentation.
The price of bulk sour cherry juice concentrate depends on crop availability, sour cherry variety, origin, Brix, acidity, color intensity, clarified or cloudy format, packaging, order volume, required laboratory analyses, transportation temperature, destination and delivery terms. For an accurate quotation, buyers should provide the required quantity, target specification, final application, preferred packaging and destination port.
