Powdered Beverage Formulation: Utilization of a By-product from the Cheese Industry

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https://doi.org/10.29105/idcyta.v11i1.141

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aprovechamiento de subproductos agroindustriales, alimentos, bebidas, Queso

Abstract

The valorization of acid whey, a polluting by-product of the cheese industry, poses a technological challenge due to its high acidity and difficult drying behavior. This study aimed to formulate a powdered base for a frappé-style beverage using acid whey from Oaxaca cheese, processed via spray drying (T°inlet 220°C, Toutlet 90°C). The physicochemical properties and sensory acceptance of the resulting powder were evaluated. The powder exhibited a protein content of 11.17% and 78.68% lactose, with a final moisture content of 4.5%. A factorial design was implemented for the beverage formulation, achieving a viscosity range of 133–189 cP, suitable for the desired mouthfeel. Sensory evaluation (A-Not A discriminative test, n=24) indicated that the formulation with the highest whey content showed no significant differences ($p>0.05) in flavor and texture compared to a commercial reference. These results demonstrate the technical feasibility of reincorporating acid whey into the food chain as a sustainable, functional ingredient.

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Published

2026-05-07

How to Cite

Sauce Guevara, M. A., Guevara Contreras, J. C., Guerra Martinez, A. A., Rosas-Gallo , A., & Muñoz Rosales , A. F. (2026). Powdered Beverage Formulation: Utilization of a By-product from the Cheese Industry. Revista Investigación Y Desarrollo En Ciencia Y Tecnología De Alimentos, 11(1), 30–45. https://doi.org/10.29105/idcyta.v11i1.141