Craft A Brew Citric Acid Powder for Home Brewing & Baking — 2 lb Bag, Food-Grade, Fast-Dissolving
Product details
| Management number | 253512804 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$23.53 | Model Number | 253512804 | ||
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Whether you’re adjusting the tartness of a berry wine, boosting the zip of a session mead, or descaling a kettle, this 2 lb bag of Craft A Brew Citric Acid gives you a clean, citrus-like acidity without altering flavor complexity. Sourced for food applications, the fine white powder dissolves quickly and mixes evenly, making it easy to dose after fermentation or fold into recipes. Store it in a cool, dry place to keep it stable between batches.
How will this citric acid affect the taste of my wine or mead?
Adding small amounts of citric acid enhances perceived freshness and accentuates fruit notes without adding sweetener. It’s especially effective on tropical and berry-forward ferments where a lift in acidity makes flavors pop and prevents a flabby finish. Start with conservative increments, taste the next day, and adjust to reach the balance you want.
- Add after fermentation to fine-tune acidity without restarting fermentation.
- Works well with low-tannin wines to create a brighter profile.
- Common starting dose: small pinch per gallon, then re-taste.
- Dissolves rapidly in warm or room-temperature musts for even distribution.
How should I use Craft A Brew Citric Acid in brewing and baking?
This powder is versatile: in brewing and fermenting it balances sweetness and counteracts dullness; in baking it can enhance tang and act as a flavor brightener. Use it sparingly and mix thoroughly—a little goes a long way. For household descaling, dissolve in warm water and apply to mineral deposits.
- Brew: pinch into fermenter post-fermentation, re-taste the next day.
- Baking: add small amounts to doughs or fillings for tang and lift.
- Cleaning: make a warm citric solution to remove limescale and residue.
- Flavoring: sprinkle on fresh fruit or in syrups to intensify brightness.
Will this product change fermentation or require special handling?
Citric acid is non-fermentable and won’t restart active fermentation; it simply alters acidity and flavor balance. Handle as you would most food powders—avoid moisture, seal the bag after use, and store away from heat. Use food-safe utensils when measuring to preserve purity and avoid cross-contamination.
- Does not ferment—safe to add post-fermentation for tasting adjustments.
- Keep sealed and dry to prevent clumping and loss of potency.
- Use food-grade measuring tools and gloves if desired for cleanliness.
- Label and store away from strong odors to maintain neutral taste.
Who is this for? Craft A Brew Citric Acid is made for homebrewers, winemakers, mead makers, bakers, and home cooks who want precise control over acidity and flavor brightness. It’s also handy for household maintenance tasks like descaling kettles and coffee makers. If you value consistent, food-grade ingredients that let you sculpt flavor profiles and keep equipment clean, this 2 lb bag is a practical, multipurpose addition to your pantry or brew room.
Ingredients
Citric Acid
FAQ
Q: Can I add citric acid while fermentation is active?
A: It’s best added after fermentation; citric acid won’t ferment but adding early may alter yeast activity and is harder to gauge dosing.
Q: How much should I use per gallon?
A: Start with a small pinch per gallon, wait a day to taste, and increase gradually until the desired acidity is reached.
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