Canadian food tech start-up, Chinova Bioworks, has introduced a vegan-friendly mushroom fibre fining agent.

Mycobrio is a liquid chitosan fibre extract derived from the stems of white button mushrooms, and is a dual-functioning ingredient – also serving as a natural preservative.

Formulated to replace synthetic and animal-derived fining agents, the newly launched solution rapidly clarifies fermented beverages, while protecting against spoilage by acting as a natural antimicrobial agent.

Mycobrio fines yeast, tannins, proteins and other particulate matter from beer, wine, cider and seltzers.

“We are thrilled to have Mycobrio launch into these new alcoholic and low to non-alcoholic beverage categories for Chinova as our newest natural mushroom innovation,” said Natasha Dhayagude, CEO and co-founder of Chinova Bioworks.

“Especially with consumers demanding beverage formulations that include natural and healthier ingredients in the alcoholic space, it is the perfect time for manufacturers to switch from traditional animal-derived fining agents to alternatives such as Mycobrio, a non-GMO, vegan, kosher, organic and clean label ingredient.”

Chinova Bioworks co-founder and chief operations officer, David Brown, added: “Mycobrio is a game changer for brewers and winemakers. It can reduce or eliminate cold crashing, filtration and centrifugation processes, which will save brands significant production costs and increase their energy efficiency.

“There’s no need for operators to make stock solutions, pre-dissolve or wait when using Mycrobrio. It’s a drop in, ready-to-use solution that’s going to really change the game for brewers looking for sustainable and natural fining options.”

The launch comes on the heels of a $6 million funding round, which will support the expansion of the company’s team and production capabilities.

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