About This Product
EDIBLE VEGETABLE ASH (Sustainably Sourced Coconut Shell Activated Charcoal)
Certified Food Grade, Non-GMO, All Natural, Vegan
Cheesemakers can utilize edible ash, for a variety of purposes. When mixed with non-iodized salt, this Edible Vegetable Ash works to neutralize the pH on the rind of the cheese.
Vegetable ash also lengthens the time your cheese can age while protecting the rind from excessive mold growth, which is helpful when making rich, creamy cheeses with soft, bloomy rinds,such as Camembert or brie.
When making hard cheeses, it can be sprinkled between layers to create an aesthetically pleasing layer of ash.
To use this fine, black powder to make layers in ash cheese such as Morbier, dilute with water and apply between layers during production with a roller, sponge or brush.
For cheeses with edible rinds, reduce the surface acidity on the rind by mixing with 25% non-iodized salt and sprinkling over the surface of the cheese.
The combination of salt and ash allows a longer aging process and can inhibit excess mold growth on the rind after the straining in a reusable cheese straining bag.
The cheesemaking process doesn't require a lot of ash, so it is important to conserve your ash by storing it properly. The best way to store it is in its original packaging, sealed away from moisture, air and light. Close the bag securely after each opening, releasing excess air from the bag before sealing shut. Ash can last up to two years when stored effectively
You can further safeguard your cheese from infection by using food sanitizers during the production process.
- 2 lb Bulk Size
- Meets food grade standards
- non-GMO
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