Lemon, a citrus fruit, which is said to have originated in India, but is now largely grown in Mediterranean area, in USA (California) and in Africa. It is an evergreen aromatic shrub and the trees mostly with thorny branches, distributed throughout the tropical and temperate regions of the world.
Lemon flavour is the second most popular citrus flavour after orange flavor. Lemon oil has been used extensively to flavour beverages, especially carbonated beverages and to aromatize household products, imparting a clean, light citrus/lemon fragrance.
Lemons can add flavor and sparkle to almost any dish. One lemon has about 2 tablespoons of juice. Lemon can be squeezed over glazed carrots, broccoli, asparagus or greens to add a pop of flavor before serving.
A new study shows that people who use lemons to season their food can cut out three quarters of the salt in their diet and not miss it. Low in sodium, potassium and phosphorus, lemon juice and lemon zest or peel mixed with fresh or dried herbs are a natural way to fix foods that just taste good.
In addition to juice , essential oil of lemon fruit is one of the main byproducts of citrus processing. Oil of lemon is one of the most important flavoring oils, used widely in all kind of beverages, soft drinks, soft drinks powders and tablets, and in baked goods, such as cakes, pastries, pie fillings, confectionery, soft and hard center candies, gelatin desserts, ice creams, etc.
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The Importance of Carbonation in Beverages
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Carbonation is a critical sensory element in beverages, enhancing their
overall appeal by elevating aroma and creating a distinctive mouthfeel
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