The Difference between ESL (Fresh Milk) and UHT (Long Life Milk)
Anele Sixaka2019-12-09T10:01:32+00:00
The Difference between ESL (Fresh Milk) and UHT (Long-Life Milk)
The Difference between ESL (Fresh Milk) and UHT (Long-Life Milk)
| UHT (Ultra High Temperature) Milk | ESL (Extended Shelf Life) Milk | |
| Heat Process | Sterilisation: 138°C – 143°C for 4 seconds | Ultra-Pasteurisation: 75°C for 15 seconds |
| Taste | Slightly caramelised or burnt (or cooked)
taste due to the ultra-high temperature |
Fresh milk taste |
| Appearance | Faint browning may occur | White |
| Storage | Can be transported and stored in ambient
temperature, refrigerate only after opening |
Cold chain must not be broken.
Must stay refrigerated (during transportation, before & after opening) at 4°C |
| Shelf Life | 6 – 9 months (or longer) | 35 days |