
The sulphite ammonia caramel is pale-yellow to a dark brown liquid prepared by the controlled heating of sugar in presence of ammonium sulphite. This is one of the most widely used coloring agents. In addition, it has very mild flavor and aroma which makes them suitable for the applications such as soft drink and other carbonated beverages, baked goods, coffee, chocolate syrup, pet foods, sauces, soups and others flavoring. Sulphite ammonia caramel is the most widely produced caramel color and is commonly found in colas. Sulphite ammonia caramel is also called as soft-drink caramel or beverage caramel due to its extensive use in the beverage industry. Sulphite ammonia caramel is added in food and beverage to make them more appealing to consumers, and allow the consumers to identify what taste to expect from a product. Sulphite ammonia caramel is proven to be safe, legally permitted, stable and effective in food and beverage applications.