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powders may contain non-carbohydrate sugar substitutes including, but not limited to; Aspartame, Acesulfame potassium, and Sucralose, in lieu of sugar. The cocoa beverage base shall contain ingredients appropriate for the specified type, style, and flavor.
5.3.1 Whey and nonfat dry milk. The whey and nonfat dry milk ingredients used in the manufacture of cocoa beverage powder shall originate from plants that have been approved by the Dairy Grading Branch (DGB), Dairy Programs (DP), Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), USDA. The whey and nonfat dry milk ingredients shall be accompanied by a USDA Certificate stating that the ingredient(s) meet the requirements for U.S. Extra Grade.
5.3.2 Manufacturing plants. The manufacturing plants shall be eligible for Section I listing in the most recent version of the publication Dairy Plants Surveyed and Approved for USDA Grading Service.
5.4 DEHYDRATED PRODUCT.
5.4.1 Appearance. The cocoa beverage powder shall be a well-blended homogenous mixture free of lumps which do not fall apart under light pressure. When Style A is specified, the cocoa beverage powder shall contain small dehydrated marshmallows.
5.4.2 Texture. The cocoa beverage powder shall be free flowing and fine in texture.
5.5 HYDRATED PRODUCT.
5.5.1 Dispersability. The cocoa beverage powder shall disperse readily in hot water. The cocoa beverage shall be free of floating, agglomerated cocoa particles.
5.5.2 Appearance. When hydrated in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions the cocoa beverage shall have a well-blended, uniform consistency. When Style A is specified, the hydrated marshmallows shall float on top of the cocoa beverage.
5.5.3 Flavor and odor. The cocoa beverage shall have a characteristic chocolate cream-like odor and flavor, typical of the type, style, and flavor specified. There shall be no foreign flavors and odors such as, but not limited to, burnt, scorched, stale, or rancid.
5.5.4 Color. The rehydrated product shall have a light to medium brown color. When Style A is specified, the marshmallows shall have a creamy white color.
5.6 Age requirement. Unless otherwise specified in the solicitation, contract, or purchase order, the cocoa beverage powder shall be processed and packaged not more than 90 days prior to delivery to the purchaser. Age requirements for Department of Defense (DoD) procurements shall be specified in the solicitation, contract, or purchase order.
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