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VOL. 10, ISSUE 5 (2025)
Standardisation and quality evaluation of coconut milk based RTS beverage
Authors
Aiswarya SP*, Dr. Suman KT, Dr. Sudheer KP, Dr. Seeja Thomachan Panjikkaran, Dr. Lakshmy PS
Abstract
The study was undertaken
to standardise a nutritionally balanced and organoleptically acceptable ready
to serve (RTS) beverage by blending coconut milk with tender coconut water in
different proportions. Coconut milk and tender coconut water were combined at
ratios of 30:70, 40:60, 50:50, 60:40, and 70:30, with the addition of sugar,
carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC), and gellan gum to enhance taste and stability.
The formulations were homogenised, packed in retortable pouches, pasteurised in
retort at 85°C for 30 minutes, and stored under refrigerated condition. Sensory
evaluation using a nine-point hedonic scale revealed that the formulation
containing 40% coconut milk and 60% tender coconut water received the highest
scores for flavour, taste, consistency, and overall acceptability, indicating
an optimal balance of creaminess and refreshment. Physicochemical analysis of
the selected beverage showed moderate acidity, pH, and total soluble solids
within the desirable range. The beverage contained moderate carbohydrate levels
derived from both coconut components and added sugar, low fat due to dilution
with tender coconut water, and protein contributed mainly by the coconut milk
fraction. The results demonstrated that blending coconut milk with tender
coconut water effectively reduced fat content while retaining nutritional
quality and sensory appeal. The inclusion of stabilisers such as CMC and gellan
gum improved emulsion stability and texture, ensuring a smooth and homogeneous
product. The developed RTS coconut milk beverage offers a light, refreshing,
low fat functional drink suitable for health-conscious consumers and holds
strong commercial potential as a plant-based beverage catering to the growing
demand for nutritious and convenient RTS drinks.
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Pages:51-56
How to cite this article:
Aiswarya SP*, Dr. Suman KT, Dr. Sudheer KP, Dr. Seeja Thomachan Panjikkaran, Dr. Lakshmy PS "Standardisation and quality evaluation of coconut milk based RTS beverage". International Journal of Food Science and Nutrition, Vol 10, Issue 5, 2025, Pages 51-56
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