Brown sugar — Ingredient sheet

Brown sugar

Sucrose sugar coloured by molasses, either partially refined or white sugar with molasses added back.

Characteristics

• About 95% sucrose, with roughly 3.5-10% molasses depending on type.
• Contains small amounts of calcium, potassium, iron and magnesium.
• Rapidly fermentable carbon source for yeasts and lactic bacteria.
• Common ingredient of indigenous microorganism (IMO) and fermented plant juice recipes.

Role in the preparation: Supplies easily fermentable sugars that feed microorganisms during fermentation.

Caution: Keep in a closed container in a dry place so it does not harden or absorb moisture.

Sources: Wikipedia – Brown sugar · Kokua Hawaii Foundation – Cultivate Beneficial Microorganisms (AINA resource)

Documentary information: this is neither a recommendation for use nor a plant-protection or veterinary claim. Check your country's regulations before any use.