Pasteurized Milk (Pasteurization) and UHT Milk (UHT)
Why Does Milk Need to Be Heat-Treated?
Milk is a nutrient-rich but highly perishable product. To keep it safe for consumption and extend its shelf life, milk must undergo heat treatment to eliminate harmful microorganisms. Two of the most common techniques used today are pasteurization and UHT (Ultra High Temperature) processingeach with its own benefits, limitations, and suitable uses.
Pasteurization The 19th-Century Discovery That Preserves Fresh Taste
Named after Louis Pasteur, the French chemist who developed the process in 1864, pasteurization involves heating milk to 7275°C for 1520 seconds, followed by rapid cooling. This method is highly effective at killing bacteria and viruses, while preserving the natural taste and most of the nutritional content of fresh milk.
Pasteurized milk has a clean, creamy flavor and is ideal for people who appreciate milk that tastes close to fresh-from-the-farm. However, it must be refrigerated at all times and has a relatively short shelf lifeusually 7 to 21 days, depending on storage.
UHT The Long-Life Milk for Modern, On-the-Go Lifestyles
UHT (Ultra High Temperature) milk is treated at much higher temperatures135150°C for 25 secondsand then immediately sealed in sterile, airtight packaging like Tetra Pak cartons.
The biggest advantage?
- No refrigeration needed before opening
- Can be stored for up to 6 months at room temperature
- Convenient for traveling, outdoor use, or stocking at home
However, the trade-off is that UHT milk may have a slightly cooked taste and could lose some heat-sensitive nutrients, especially certain B vitamins like B1 and B12.
Which One Is Better for You?
If you're someone who loves the flavor of fresh milk and dont mind keeping it chilled, pasteurized milk is an excellent choice. It offers great nutrition and authentic tasteperfect for everyday consumption and culinary use.
On the other hand, if you need milk that lasts longer and doesnt require refrigeration until opened, UHT milk offers flexibility and shelf-stable convenience.
Both types of milk are safe, nutritious, and valuableyour choice depends on your routine and storage needs.
Find both options at Rimping Supermarket and enjoy milk your way.
