Baking Ingredients · per 100g
A fine, acidic white powder harvested from the sediment of wine casks, cream of tartar is a versatile stabilizer and leavening agent with a mineral-dense profile.
Potassium
Nutritional summary
Interesting fact
Known scientifically as potassium bitartrate, this substance crystallizes on the inside of wine barrels during fermentation and was first isolated by a chemist in 1769.
Standout nutrients
Potassium
Seasonality
Not available
Diet
Sustainability
As a byproduct of the wine industry, it utilizes material that would otherwise be waste.
Storage
Cool Dark Place
2+ years
Store in an airtight container away from humidity and heat to maintain potency.
Airtight Container
2+ years
Prevents moisture absorption, which can degrade effectiveness.
Flavour
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