Enhance Flavor in Homemade Beverages: Malic Acid is perfect for adding a tart, refreshing taste to homemade drinks like cider, wine, mead, and fruit juices. Use it to balance sweetness and bring out fruit flavors. 3.4g per gallon adjusts acidity by +0.1%. It will lower pH less than will tartaric acid. Malic Acid is the acid found in apples and is therefore the best choice for adjusting cider.
Boost Tartness in Jams, Jellies, Desserts and Candies: For a tangy twist, add a small amount of Malic Acid to jams, jellies, and fruit-based sweets. It enhances the natural fruit flavor and intensifies the tartness, perfect for sour candies or fruit preserves.
Perfect for Pickling and Fermented Foods: Use Malic Acid in pickles, sauerkraut, and fermented vegetables to adjust acidity, improve flavor, and maintain freshness. Dissolve a small amount in water and add to brine or fermenting vegetables to create a balanced, tangy taste. It can also be used in baking to enhance the flavor of sourdough bread and other baked goods.
Easy to Use: Start with small amounts and adjust to taste, typically using 0.1–0.2% by weight to avoid over-acidity. Malic Acid’s flavor is more mellow than citric acid, so it won’t overpower your recipes when used in the recommended amounts.
Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place to maintain potency.