Tag: Natural sediment

According to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, the gelatinous disc or stringy blob found floating in a bottle of vinegar is a completely harmless substance known as "mother of vinegar". This naturally occurring biofilm is a normal byproduct of the fermentation process and can develop even in store-bought vinegar, particularly if it is unfiltered or unpasteurized.

According to coconut water experts, the presence of small, white, or translucent bits in coconut water can be completely normal. The answer to "are there supposed to be chunks in coconut water?" depends on the source and processing of the beverage, with natural sediment or coconut meat being the most common causes.