Quality attributes of watery rose apple (Syzygium aqueum (Burm) Alston) ready-to-serve beverage

Abstract

The watery rose apple (Syzygium aqueum (Burm) Alston) is an underutilized fruit mostly grown in the Western Ghats. The fruit contains 93 percent moisture and is highly perishable. The fruit is rich in protein and minerals such as calcium and potassium. The development of its processed products will enhance utility and minimize postharvest loss. Highly refreshing ready-to-serve beverage can be prepared by blending 20 percent watery rose apple fruit juice containing 0.3 percent acidity and adjusted to 15°B TSS recorded higher sensory score for colour and appearance (8.04), taste (8.16), flavour (8.20) and overall acceptability (8.39). The beverage contains carbohydrates (18.56%), protein (14.18 mg), ascorbic acid (2.35 mg), calcium (3.99 mg) and potassium (17.50 mg) per 100 mL.