Food Grade Citric Acid for Brewing, pH Adjustment, Cleaning & Food Use
Food Grade Citric Acid is a versatile powdered acid suitable for home brewing, winemaking, food and beverage preparation, cleaning, descaling and a wide range of household applications.
Citric acid occurs naturally in citrus fruits such as lemons and limes and is responsible for their characteristic tart, acidic flavour.
For home brewers, citric acid can be particularly useful for adjusting water and beverage acidity, while its ability to dissolve mineral deposits also makes it useful for cleaning brewing equipment, kettles and other equipment affected by scale and mineral build-up.
Available in 100g, 250g and 1kg sizes.
Why You'll Love It
Food grade citric acid
Available in 100g, 250g and 1kg sizes
Suitable for home brewing and winemaking
Useful for water and pH adjustment
Adds acidity and tartness to food and beverages
Useful for cleaning and descaling
Helps remove mineral build-up
Suitable for cleaning brass and copper
Versatile food and household ingredient
Easy-to-use powdered form
Citric Acid for Home Brewing
Citric acid can be used by home brewers to increase acidity and lower pH where appropriate.
It may be useful when adjusting brewing water or when a controlled addition of acidity is required in beer, cider, wine or other fermented beverages.
Citric acid can also contribute a light tart or citrus-like acidity when used appropriately.
Because the amount required depends on your starting water, recipe and target pH, additions should be made gradually and checked with an accurate pH meter rather than relying on a fixed dosage.
Citric Acid for Cleaning Brewing Equipment
Citric acid is also useful as a mild acidic cleaner and descaler.
It can help remove:
Mineral deposits
Hard-water scale
Light surface oxidation
Deposits on brewing equipment
Scale inside kettles
Residue on suitable metal surfaces
Its versatility makes it a useful product to keep alongside your normal home brewing and equipment-cleaning products.
Metal Cleaning
Citric acid can be used for cleaning and brightening suitable metals, including copper and brass.
This can make it particularly useful around home brewing and distilling equipment where copper components may require periodic cleaning.
Always check the compatibility of the material being cleaned and follow appropriate handling procedures.
Food & Beverage Uses
Food grade citric acid is widely used to provide acidity and tartness in food and beverages.
Potential uses include:
Soft drinks and cordials
Fruit beverages
Confectionery and sour lollies
Preserves and jams
Food preparation
Brewing and fermentation
Wine and cider making
Recipe acidity adjustment
Its sharp acidic character makes it useful where a recipe requires additional tartness or acidity.
Household Cleaning & Descaling
Citric acid can also be used as a general-purpose descaling ingredient for removing mineral and hard-water deposits.
Common applications include:
Kettles
Dishwashers
Washing machines
Brewing equipment
Suitable stainless steel equipment
Other surfaces affected by mineral scale
Always follow appropriate cleaning procedures for the particular equipment or surface.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product | Citric Acid |
| Grade | Food Grade |
| Form | Powder |
| Sizes Available | 100g, 250g & 1kg |
| Brewing Use | Acidity & pH Adjustment |
| Beverage Use | Beer, Wine, Cider & Cordials |
| Food Use | Acidification & Tartness |
| Cleaning Use | Descaling & Mineral Removal |
| Metal Cleaning | Suitable for Copper & Brass |
| Storage | Store Sealed in a Cool, Dry Place |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this citric acid food grade?
Yes. This is food grade citric acid suitable for appropriate food, beverage and brewing applications.
Can I use citric acid for home brewing?
Yes. Citric acid can be used in home brewing where additional acidity or pH adjustment is required.
It can also be useful in wine, cider and other fermented beverages.
Can citric acid lower brewing-water pH?
Yes. Citric acid lowers pH when added to water.
Because water chemistry varies considerably, add it gradually and measure the resulting pH with a reliable pH meter rather than relying on a universal dosage.
Can I use citric acid to clean brewing equipment?
Yes. Citric acid is useful for removing mineral deposits and scale from suitable brewing equipment.
Can citric acid clean copper and brass?
Citric acid can be used to clean and brighten suitable copper and brass components.
Can I use citric acid for descaling?
Yes. Citric acid is commonly used for descaling and removing hard-water mineral deposits from suitable equipment and appliances.
Can I use citric acid in food?
Yes. This product is food grade and can be used where citric acid is called for in suitable food and beverage recipes.
What sizes are available?
Border Brewing stocks this Food Grade Citric Acid in 100g, 250g and 1kg sizes.
Why Buy from Border Brewing?
Border Brewing Supplies stocks brewing salts, acids, water-treatment products, cleaning products and brewing ingredients for home brewers and distillers throughout Australia.
Located in Tweed Heads South, we're conveniently located for customers across Tweed Heads, the Gold Coast and the QLD–NSW border, with online ordering, Click & Collect and Australia-wide shipping available.
Why Choose Border Brewing?
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100g, 250g and 1kg sizes available
Home brewing and distilling specialists
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