Pickle juice is often yellow because of added coloring agents. Commercial dill pickle makers intentionally add ingredients to the brine to give it a yellowish tint.
Coloring Agents Used
According to reference 5, there are a couple of common ingredients used to achieve this color:
- Tartrazine: This is a yellow dye (also known as FD&C Yellow No. 5).
- Turmeric: This is a natural spice that provides a yellow color.
Here's a table summarizing why pickle juice is yellow:
| Reason | Explanation | Coloring Agent Example(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Intentional Coloring | Pickle manufacturers add coloring to make the brine visually appealing. | Tartrazine, Turmeric |
