A process is described for the preparation of improved quality of sand
pear juice. Peeled fruit was cut into quadrants, which were steamed, g
rated and hydralically pressed to obtain the native juice. By adjustin
g the sugar: acid ratio and incorporating 0.2 per cent acid, the insip
idity from native juice was removed. The juice scored high consumer ac
ceptance. Added ascorbic acid was more stable in the heat and KMS pres
erved juice in bottles.