A versatile salt of citric acid, widely used as a buffer, emulsifier, and flavor enhancer — essential for smooth cheese sauces, beverages, and molecular gastronomy.
Key Benefits
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Acts as an emulsifier in cheese sauces for smooth, creamy texture
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Works as a pH buffer in beverages and food formulations
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Adds mild, salty-sour flavor to foods and drinks
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Reduces acidity in recipes while maintaining flavor
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Plant-based, vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO, Kosher (K)
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Available in 2-oz, 8-oz, and 16-oz packs
Properties
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Dietary: Gluten-Free, Vegan, Non-GMO, Kosher (K)
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Ingredient: 100% Pure Sodium Citrate
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Allergens: None
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Documentation: COA | SDS | SPECs | Certificates
What It Does
Sodium Citrate is the sodium salt of citric acid. In foods, it functions as a pH regulator, emulsifier, and flavor enhancer. It is especially prized in modernist cooking for making smooth, creamy cheese sauces without separating. In beverages, it buffers acidity, balancing flavor and improving shelf stability.
Popular Uses
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Cheese Sauces & Fondue: Prevents curdling, ensures creamy melt
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Beverages: Buffers acidity and balances tartness
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Molecular Gastronomy: Used in spherification and stabilizing systems
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Ice Cream & Dairy: Improves smoothness and stability
How to Use
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Cheese Sauces: ~2% by weight of liquid — allows cheese to melt smoothly without separating
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Beverages: Add small amounts to balance acidity and improve mouthfeel
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Molecular Gastronomy: Combine with sodium alginate in spherification for calcium control
Pro Tips
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For cheese sauces, dissolve sodium citrate in water or milk before adding cheese.
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Use in small amounts for flavor balancing in cocktails or sodas.
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Pairs perfectly with Cape Crystal Sodium Alginate for spherification recipes.
Pair With
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Sodium Alginate — for spherification
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Citric Acid — for pH balancing systems
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Calcium Lactate — for molecular gastronomy gel structures
Storage & Shelf Life
Why Cape Crystal
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High-purity Sodium Citrate for consistent results
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Trusted by professional chefs and molecular gastronomy enthusiasts
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Backed by full documentation and quality assurance
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Sodium Citrate used for?
A: It’s used as an emulsifier, buffer, and flavor enhancer in cheese sauces, beverages, and molecular gastronomy.
Q: How does Sodium Citrate work in cheese sauces?
A: It binds calcium in cheese, preventing separation and creating a smooth, creamy texture.
Q: Can Sodium Citrate be used in drinks?
A: Yes — it’s widely used in sodas, cocktails, and functional beverages to balance acidity.
Q: How much Sodium Citrate should I use?
A: Typical use is ~2% by weight in cheese sauces, or much lower levels (0.1%–0.5%) in beverages.
Q: Is Sodium Citrate food-grade and safe?
A: Yes — Cape Crystal Sodium Citrate is 100% food-grade, vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO, and Kosher certified.
Customer Reviews
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Finally made perfect nacho cheese at home — no separation.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Balanced the tartness in my cocktail beautifully.”
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From creamy cheese sauces to balanced beverages, Cape Crystal Brands Sodium Citrate delivers reliability and versatility. Available in 2-oz, 8-oz, and 16-oz packs.
