Grape Must
What is Grape Must?
Grape must is the unfermented juice of grapes, including the skins, seeds, and stems. It is the starting point for making wine and can also be used as a sweetener or flavoring agent. The composition of grape must varies depending on the grape varietal and ripeness.
Is Grape Must vegan?
Grape Must is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Grape Must gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Grape Must a major allergen?
Grape must is not derived from any of the FDA's major allergens.
What is Grape Must used for?
Grape must is primarily used as a natural sweetener and flavor enhancer in various food products.
Is Grape Must safe?
Grape must is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Grape must is primarily used as a natural sweetener and flavor enhancer in various food products. It can add a fruity sweetness and complexity to sauces, dressings, baked goods, and beverages. Manufacturers may also use it for its color contribution.
Health notes
Grape must is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It contains natural sugars, vitamins, and antioxidants found in grapes. JECFA has evaluated grape juice and its derivatives, and EFSA has also assessed grape-derived ingredients. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
Grape must is not derived from any of the FDA's major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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