North Mountain Supply Food Grade Calcium Chloride Powder is a versatile mineral additive packaged in a convenient 1 lb plastic jar. This anhydrous calcium chloride is certified food grade, Kosher and non GMO, and is made from pure original ingredients so you can use it with confidence in brewing, cheesemaking and other food related projects.
In homebrewing, calcium chloride is a key tool for water adjustment. It is commonly used to:
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Increase calcium levels and adjust overall water hardness
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Help gently lower mash pH into an optimal range
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Improve beer stability, clarity and flavor expression when used correctly
By tuning your brewing water profile, you can better match classic regional styles or fine tune your recipes for consistent results.
In cheesemaking, food grade calcium chloride is often added to milk to improve curd formation and texture, especially when working with pasteurized or homogenized milk. Benefits include:
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Stronger, more cohesive curds
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Improved cheese texture and structure
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Reduced risk of overly soft or weak cheese
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Better yield and more consistent results from batch to batch
Always follow cheesemaking recipes or guidelines when dosing calcium chloride so you can achieve the desired curd strength without overuse.
Beyond brewing and cheesemaking, this product has several other uses. When handled appropriately and in line with recommended practices, calcium chloride can be used in:
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Canning vegetables and pickles, helping maintain firmness
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De icing applications on walkways and driveways
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Pool water treatment where calcium and pH balance need adjustment
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Soil amendment and gardening projects that call for calcium supplementation
Because this is an anhydrous powder, it dissolves readily in water when mixed, making it easy to incorporate into solutions for brewing, cheesemaking, canning or other applications. Use clean, dry measuring tools and mix in a separate container before adding to your main batch when needed.
Key features:
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1 lb jar of anhydrous calcium chloride powder
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Pure original ingredients, certified food grade, Kosher and non GMO
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Useful for homebrewing to adjust water hardness, support mash pH and improve clarity and stability
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Supports cheesemaking by improving curd formation, enhancing texture and increasing yield
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Also suitable for canning vegetables, de icing, pool water treatment, soil amendment and more when used correctly
Suggested uses:
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Adjusting brewing water profiles for beer and other fermented beverages
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Strengthening curds and improving texture in homemade cheese
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Helping maintain crispness in canned or pickled vegetables
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Seasonal de icing and general calcium chloride solutions where appropriate
Store the jar tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from moisture to prevent clumping, and follow established recipes or guidelines for dosing in brewing, cheesemaking and other applications.
