Unlike conventional recipes reliant on artificial citric acid, our approach harnesses 100% natural concentrated lemon juice (0.9%) and dual-phase tea extraction for unparalleled authenticity. The result? A beverage that delivers:

• Bright, Refreshing Acidity: pH 3.2–3.6 (optimized for flavor and safety)

• Complex Tea Notes: From Yunnan Dian Hong leaves + instant tea powder

• 6-Month Ambient Stability: No refrigeration required

Our 6-step process ensures batch-to-batch excellence:

1. Intelligent Ingredient Selection

Tea Base Options:

• Instant Black Tea Powder: Dissolves instantly in warm water (10:1 ratio)

• Dian Hong Whole Leaves: Steeped at 90°C (30:1 ratio) for fuller body

Sweetener System:

•High Fructose Corn Syrup (8.5%): Provides cling and mouthfeel

•Sugar (4%): Enhances sweetness clarity

Natural Preservation:

•Sodium Isoascorbate (0.02%): Prevents oxidation

•Vitamin C (0.02%) + Sodium Citrate (0.07%): Boost shelf life and tang

2. Tea Extraction Mastery

•Method A (Powder): 10-minute dissolution + filtration → consistent strength

•Method B (Leaves): 90°C infusion → layered aroma compounds

•Critical Control: Brix maintained at 12.5°±0.5° post-sweetener addition

3. Sterilization Flexibility

•High-Temperature Short Time (HTST): 98°C/30 seconds → preserves freshness

•Ultra-High Temperature (UHT): 115°C/15 minutes → extended stability

•Aseptic Cooling: Rapid chill to 20–25°C before filling

4. Aseptic Cold Filling

•ISO Grade 5 cleanroom environment

•Light-blocking bottles to prevent photo-degradation

Ingredient Intelligence: Sourcing with Purpose

Why Manufacturers Choose Our System

Cost Efficiency

•Dual tea format (powder/leaves) adjusts to budget constraints

•0.9% lemon juice usage → 20% savings vs. citric acid systems

Technical Superiority

•No sedimentation or clouding over shelf life

•Acid-stable flavor emulsion prevents oil ring formation

Market-Ready Formulation

•Clean label positioning (“No Added Citric Acid”)

•Vegan, non-GMO, and allergen-free

Beyond Tea: Neofoods' Integrated Solutions

Our expertise extends across beverage categories:

•Coconut Creams (30% fat, Southeast Asia/Hainan sourced)

•15x Concentrated Coconut Water: Low-temperature concentration for maximal nutrient retention

•Stabilizer Blends: Custom-prepped mixes to eliminate R&D guesswork

Partner with Us

Whether you're launching a new line or optimizing existing products, Neofoods delivers:

•End-to-End Formulation: From concept to compliance documentation

•Global Raw Material Sourcing: Audit-ready supply chains

•Shelf-Life Validation: Real-time and accelerated stability testing

Explore more: Lemon Iced Black Tea. Contact us: support@neofoods.world