Beet Syrup
What is Beet Syrup?
Beet syrup is a sweetener made from sugar beets. The beets are washed, chopped, and then pressed to extract their juice. This juice is then filtered and concentrated by heating to create a thick syrup.
Is Beet Syrup vegan?
Beet Syrup is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Beet Syrup gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Beet Syrup a major allergen?
Beet syrup is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens recognized by the FDA.
What is Beet Syrup used for?
Beet syrup is primarily used as a natural sweetener and a coloring agent in foods.
Is Beet Syrup safe?
Beet syrup is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Beet syrup is primarily used as a natural sweetener and a coloring agent in foods. Its mild, earthy flavor makes it suitable for a variety of products, including baked goods, desserts, and beverages. It can also add a reddish-pink hue to foods.
Health notes
Beet syrup is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It is a source of natural sugars, and like other sweeteners, excessive consumption can contribute to increased calorie intake. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated sweeteners, but specific evaluations for beet syrup as a distinct ingredient are not widely published.
Allergen info
Beet syrup is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.
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