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Lactic acid
- Gentle acidity for vegan cheeses and butters
- Adjusts pH in beer, cocktails and other preparations
- Vegan and non-GMO
Lactic acid
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Best value 25 kg · Lactic acid powder (vegan) 25kg €1.101,95 €44,07/kg −64%Ships in 10–15 business days
Recipes with Lactic acid
What is lactic acid?
Lactic acid is an organic compound naturally produced by fermenting sugars, such as cane or beet sugar. Also known as milk acid, it is commonly found in dairy products such as yoghurt, kefir, koumiss, lassi and certain types of ricotta. It helps coagulate casein in fermented milk to form curds and is responsible for these products' sour taste. It is also widely used in sourdough bread, providing its characteristic tang.
In brewing, lactic acid plays a key role by lowering beer pH, helping improve the finished product's body and flavour profile. It is also commonly used in drinks and cocktails to introduce pleasant acidity. It is particularly useful in making vegan cheese and butter, offering a plant-based alternative while enhancing taste and texture. This food acid is suitable for vegans and vegetarians and non-GMO, making it versatile for many recipes.
How is lactic acid used?
Lactic acid has many culinary applications thanks to its versatility and sour taste. Besides dairy and bread, it is used in brewing to adjust acidity and improve body. In mixology it adds an interesting tang to cocktails and mocktails. For plant-based diets, it is an important ingredient in vegan cheese, butter and other dairy-free alternatives.
Professional kitchens use it to adjust pH in food preparations, particularly sour or tangy dishes. It also acts as a preservative, preventing spoilage and maintaining freshness. Whether you are a professional chef or an enthusiastic home cook, it opens a world of creative possibilities.
Where to buy lactic acid
Buy food-grade lactic acid from Special Ingredients, available in various sizes:
Lactic acid 250 g · Lactic acid 500 g · Lactic acid 5 kg
Special Ingredients offers premium, vegan-friendly lactic acid for your culinary needs. Whether you are experimenting with molecular gastronomy or adding an acidic note to recipes, these options suit all levels of use.