{"product_id":"mccormick-alum-1-9-oz-crisp-pickling-canning-helper","title":"McCormick Alum, 1.9 oz — Crisp Pickling \u0026 Canning Helper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMcCormick Alum (potassium aluminum sulfate) is a food-grade additive designed for home canning and pickling. In the kitchen it appears as a crystalline powder that can help keep fruits and vegetables firm and crisp through processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed in the right amounts, alum is valued for supporting texture in jars and delivering a satisfying bite in finished preserves. It blends with brines and recipes as part of your texture toolkit, rather than serving as a flavoring alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium quality alum suitable for processing jars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh flavor guaranteed, ready to blend into your routine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps keep pickles, fruits, and vegetables firm and crispy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use McCormick Alum\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow your recipe directions. Usually you dissolve the powder in water, soak the produce for the specified time, drain, rinse, and proceed with the canning or pickling steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical tips for everyday kitchen projects\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor crisp cucumber spears or dill pickles, use the alum at the recommended soak time to help preserve texture in the jar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor fruit preserves, alum can help maintain structure during processing while you focus on flavor balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep your workspace organized: measure accurately, dissolve thoroughly, and rinse completely after soaking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place to preserve quality and ensure consistent results in your preserve projects. The packaging is designed for easy shelf storage and quick retrieval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice, many kitchen setups use alum as part of a broader texture toolkit alongside salt, sugar, and vinegar to shape final texture and bite. Results depend on the recipe and technique, so adjust to your needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is McCormick Alum used for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: A food-grade potassium aluminum sulfate used to help keep produce firm during pickling and canning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How do I use McCormick Alum in recipes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Dissolve the powder in water per your recipe, soak produce for the recommended time, rinse, then continue with processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"McCormick","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57045226586494,"sku":"B008KQAS3U","price":19.11,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/2935\/2830\/files\/mccormick-alum-1-9oz-bottle.jpg?v=1772932172","url":"https:\/\/boropantry.co.uk\/products\/mccormick-alum-1-9-oz-crisp-pickling-canning-helper","provider":"BoroPantry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}