Aseptic protein beverage and preparation method

摘要

Aseptic beverage products are prepared by mixing the beverage components. The beverage component includes a protein source, such as a milk protein concentrate, and at least one buffer, and the at least one buffer includes baking soda. Preferably, the at least one buffer further comprises a lemon juice concentrate. The pH of the beverage component is adjusted to 6.7-7.0 using the at least one buffer. The beverage component is then heated to at least 139 ° C., wherein the at least one buffering agent prevents precipitation of the protein source during heating. The beverage component is then packaged as a plurality of sterile beverage products.