Drink Products Research Articles

A Fast and Cost-Effective Electronic Nose Model for Methanol Detection Using Ensemble Learning

Methanol, commonly used to cut costs in the production of counterfeit alcohol, is extremely harmful to human health, potentially leading to severe outcomes, including death. In this study, an electronic nose system was designed using 11 inexpensive gas sensors to detect the proportion of methanol in an alcohol mixture. A total of 168 odor samples were taken and analyzed from eight types of ethanol–methanol mixtures prepared at different concentrations. Only 4 features out of 264 were selected using the feature selection method based on feature importance. These four features were extracted from the data of MQ-3, MQ-4, and MQ-137 sensors, and the classification process was carried out using the data of these sensors. A Voting Classifier, an ensemble model, was used with Linear Discriminant Analysis, Support Vector Machines, and Extra Trees algorithms. The Voting Classifier achieved 85.88% classification accuracy before and 81.85% after feature selection. With its cost effectiveness, fast processing time, and practicality, the recommended system shows great potential for detecting methanol, which threatens human health in counterfeit drink production.

Utilization of Hibiscus, Tamarind and Carob in Production of Low Calories Healthy Soft Drinks

The demand for carbonated beverages is increasing, offering opportunities to develop drinks with significant health benefits. Beverages containing carob, tamarind and hibiscus offer multiple nutritional and functional benefits and can serve as healthy alternatives to other soft drinks on the market. This is particularly important given the high sugar and calorie content of traditional soft drinks, which has been linked to increased issues associated with obesity, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease globally. The focus of the current work is to evaluate low-calorie soft drinks made from hibiscus, tamarind and carob and sweetened with erythritol that cater to diverse consumer segments, including diabetics and health-conscious individuals. Hibiscus, tamarind and carob extracts were sweetened with 0.5, 1 and 1.5 g erythritol sugar/200 ml carbonated beverage. The results showed that the alcoholic extract from hibiscus cups gave the highest content of phenols and flavonoids (70.3 mg gallic/g on DW and 7.8 mg catechin/g on DW), followed by carob pod alcoholic extract (19.3 mg gallic/g on DW) and tamarind alcoholic extract (11.6 mg gallic/g on DW). Tamarind gave a higher content of flavonoids (2.3 mg/g) than carob (1.2 mg/g); however, carob pods had the highest antioxidant activity (91.92%), followed by tamarind pulp (87.66%) and hibiscus cups (79.76%). The soft drinks of hibiscus and tamarind sweetened with erythritol at 1.5 g/200 ml gave the best sensory properties compared with control (adjusted by sucrose at 12% brix) and others concentrations used of erythritol sugar at (0.5 and 1.5 g /200 ml carbonated beverage). Carob pods soft drink sweetened with 0.5 g erythritol /200 ml gave the best sensory characteristics compared to the control sample and others concentrations of erythritol sugar at (1 and 1.5 g /200 ml carbonated beverage), which may be due to the high content of sugars in carob. Hibiscus carbonated beverage outperformed tamarind in terms of overall acceptability and carob carbonated beverage was the least acceptable in terms of sensory properties. Carob carbonated beverage recorded the highest antioxidant activity (90.9%) and phenolic content while representing the second highest in terms of flavonoids. Tamarind carbonated beverage ranked second in terms of antioxidant activity (86.0%) and phenolic content although it ranked first in terms of flavonoids. Hibiscus carbonated beverage recorded the lowest content in terms of antioxidant activity (79.36%), phenolic compounds and flavonoids. Hibiscus, tamarind and carob are a great choice for the production of carbonated beverages because they give the beverage desirable nutritional, cosmetic and medicinal qualities. Moreover, the simplicity of production and availability of raw materials allows for the stimulation of the economy by reducing dependence on multinational companies offering unhealthy or industrialized soft drinks.

Genome-Scale Metabolic Models in Fungal Pathogens: Past, Present, and Future.

Fungi are diverse organisms with various characteristics and functions. Some play a role in recycling essential elements, such as nitrogen and carbon, while others are utilized in the food and drink production industry. Some others are known to cause diseases in various organisms, including humans. Fungal pathogens cause superficial, subcutaneous, and systemic infections. Consequently, many scientists have focused on studying the factors contributing to the development of human diseases. Therefore, multiple approaches have been assessed to examine the biology of these intriguing organisms. The genome-scale metabolic models (GEMs) have demonstrated many advantages to microbial metabolism studies and the ability to propose novel therapeutic alternatives. Despite significant advancements, much remains to be elucidated regarding the use of this tool for investigating fungal metabolism. This review aims to compile the data provided by the published GEMs of human fungal pathogens. It gives specific examples of the most significant contributions made by these models, examines the advantages and difficulties associated with using such models, and explores the novel approaches suggested to enhance and refine their development.

Listeria grayi Meningitis in a Polypathological Patient: A Case Report

Background: The various species of the Listeria genus are frequently isolated from food and drink products. They are classified into two categories according to their pathogenicity. Pathogenic species are frequently incriminated in infections of the elderly, immunocompromised and pregnant women. The Listeria grayi species is rarely isolated as a pathogen in human pathologies. We report a case of L. grayi meningitis in a polypathological patient. Antimicrobial susceptibility testing revealed resistance to ampicillin and susceptibility to Meropenem. Therapeutic failure was recorded despite in vitro sensitivity Methods: Conventional biochemical test and Api Listeria gallery was used for identification of the isolate. Results: We report a case of L. grayi meningitis in a polypathological patient. Antimicrobial susceptibility testing revealed resistance to ampicillin and susceptibility to Meropenem. Therapeutic failure was recorded despite in vitro sensitivity. Conclusion: Given its infrequent reporting, Listeria grayi meningitis warrants consideration, especially in elderly patients with multiple pathologies.

Optimasi fase gerak dan analisis kadar natrium benzoat pada beberapa sirup rasa jeruk dengan metode kromatografi cair kinerja tinggi (kckt)

With the increasing growth of food and beverages in Indonesia, there has been an increase in the manufacture of soft drinks that use the preservative sodium benzoate, particularly in syrup. The concentration of sodium benzoate in beverages should be monitored, because excessive consumption can emerge various health problems. To obtain maximum analysis results, mobile phase optimization is first carried out, which aims to obtain the optimal type of eluent from several types of mobile phase, then proceed with adjusting the sodium benzoate content in the orange-flavored syrup using the HPLC method to establish whether it fits the standards in line with the BPOM Regulation No. 11 of 2019. After optimizing the mobile phase, the most optimal mobile phase is Methanol Pro HPLC: Aquabidestilata (70:30), because in this comparison the chromatogram gives the best result the peak shape is symmetrical, tailing factor is less than 2 and the retention time is less than 10 minutesBased on the findings of the third sample research, the sodium benzoate content in orange-flavored syrup meets the requirements of BPOM Regulation No. 11 of 2019, namely 600 mg/kg.

Effect of concentration of sugar and dried Dayak onion (Eleutherine palmifolia) on the quality of Dayak onion kombucha

Kombucha is one example of a health drink product that falls under the category of functional drinks. Dayak onions are one of the ingredients with many bioactive components. This study aimed to determine the optimal combination of treatments to yield the highest quality Dayak onion kombucha by assessing the effects of variations in sugar concentration and dried Dayak onion concentration on the quality of Dayak onion kombucha (i.e., pH, total acid, and organoleptic). The study employed a randomized block design (RBD) with three replications to produce 27 experimental units. The two factors were dried Dayak onion concentrations of 2%, 4%, and 6% (w/v) and sugar concentrations of 5%, 7.5%, and 10% (w/v). The data was then subjected to a two-way ANOVA using IBM SPSS Statistics 26 software, and the Multiple Attribute method was used to determine the best treatment. The results demonstrated that the concentration of sugar and dried Dayak onions had a significant effect (α<0.05) on the pH value, total acid. the higher the concentration of sugar, the higher the total acid content with a lower pH, and the higher the concentration of dried Dayak onions, the lower the total pH. The best treatment combination was using dried Dayak onion concentration of 6% (w/v) and sugar concentration of 7.5% (w/v). The test results obtained were pH 3.173, total acid 0.105%, organoleptic color 3.867, and organoleptic aroma 2.867.

Sensory Profiling of Jelly Drink Made from a Combination of Bay Leaf Water Extract and Guava Juice Using a Quantitative Descriptive Analysis

Background: The profiling of a drink made from bay leaves combined guava juice has not been previously reported despite the positive health aspects of both plants. Objectives: To analyze the sensory characteristics of jelly drink bay leaf water extract with guava juice combination using the Quantitative Analysis Descriptive (QDA) sensory evaluation method. Methods: The QDA carried out of three stages, namely the panelist preparation stage, Forum Group Discussion (FGD), and quantitative descriptive test. QDA was carried out on four jelly drink product formulas, namely F0 (standard), F1 (75:25), F2 (50:50), F3 (25:75) from the ratio of bay leaf extract:guava juice. Results: Sensory attributes consist of 17 attributes, namely appearance (particle aggregation size, viscosity, homogeneity), aroma (bay leaf, guava, sweet), texture (gritty, ease of spreading), taste (guava, sweet, sour, bay leaf), mouthfeel (gritty, jelly-like consistency, viscosity), aftertaste (astringent and bitter). The results of the one-way ANOVA analysis showed significant differences between the formula and the control product (p<0.05). Formula 1 and 3 not accepted by consumers because there are weaknesses, such as the inhomogeneous appearance and the strong aroma of bay leaf obtained the highest value in formula 1. In contrast, formula 3 has the highest value in astringent and bitter aftertaste, gritty texture and mouthfeel. Conclusions: The selected treatment is formula two of jelly drink with a ratio of bay leaf water extract: guava juice = 50:50. A description like this will assist food technology in developing new products.

Pelatihan pembuatan minuman probiotik fermentasi dari limbah kulit nanas (Ananas comosus L.) di Desa Seruawan

Pineapple skin is an ingredient that can be processed into a probiotic drink. The biggest component of pineapple peel waste besides water is carbohydrates. Pineapple skin can be a good substrate as a source of microbial growth. Pineapple skin can reach 47% of the total fruit and has a chemical composition of 87.80% water, 8.60% sugar and 1.35% reducing sugar. The potential chemical content of pineapple skin has encouraged many researchers to create fermented prebiotic drink products. The ingredients used in making pineapple peel fermented probiotic drinks include: pineapple fruit, fermented yeast, water, palm sugar, cinnamon and granulated sugar. This community service activity was carried out with the aim of educating the public about how to make pineapple peel prebiotic drinks for household scale. There is a need for training in making fermented prebiotic drinks from pineapple peel in local communities. This training will be carried out for the community in Seruawan village, Seram Island, Maluku.

Environmental life cycle assessment of drink and yoghurt products using non-nutritive sweeteners and sweetness enhancers in place of added sugar: the SWEET project

Abstract Purpose There are increasing concerns regarding detrimental health effects of added sugar in food and drink products. Non-nutritive sweeteners (NNS) and sweetness enhancers (SE) are seen as viable alternatives. Much work has been done on health and safety of NNS&SE when consumed in place of sugar, but very little on their sustainability. This work aims to bridge that gap with an environmental study of replacing added sugar with NNS&SE in the context of drink and yoghurt. Methods A life cycle assessment (LCA) approach was used to compare environmental impact of a drink and yoghurt, sweetened with sucrose, to those sweetened with NNSs or an SE: stevia rebaudioside A, sucralose, aspartame, neotame, and thaumatin. Primary ingredients data were taken from preparation of foodstuffs for clinical trials. Results are reported via the ReCiPe 2016 (H) method, with focus on land use, global warming potential (GWP), marine eutrophication, mineral resource scarcity, and water consumption. Impacts are reported in terms of 1 kg product. Scenarios explore sensitivity of the LCA results to change in background processes, functional unit, and sweetener type. This research was conducted as part of the EU Horizon 2020 project SWEET (sweeteners and sweetness enhancers: impact on health, obesity, safety, and sustainability). Results and discussion Replacing sugar with an NNS or part-replacing with an SE is shown to reduce environmental impact across most impact categories, for example, on a mass basis, GWP for a drink reduces from 0.61 to approx. 0.51 kgCO2-eq/kg and for a yoghurt from 4.15 to approx. 3.73 kgCO2-eq/kg. Variability in environmental impact is shown to be relatively small between the NNSs, indicating that choice of NNS is less important than the reformulation changes required to accommodate the loss of sugar. Reporting impact in terms of calorie density, instead of mass, shows greater reduction in environmental impact when using an NNS or SE and shows how important functional unit is when reporting impact of these products. Conclusion This study is the first to compare food or drink products sweetened with sugar, NNS, or SE. Results show that there is great potential to reduce environmental impact of sweetened drinks and yoghurts. Moreover, the choice of NNS does not greatly affect the environmental impact of either product. Therefore, this research shows that choices relating to replacing added sugar may be based more upon health or formulation needs and less on environmental concerns.

Features of the Technology for Producing Potato Drink Concentrate Based on it

We have developed a technology that has no analogues in the world for the production of potato concentrate and a technology for preparing a new original carbonated soft drink based on it. Technology for the production of potato concentrate (from: fresh whole potatoes includes either crushed potatoes, or good-quality dry waste, or good-quality mashed waste) the following technological stages: acceptance of potatoes, washing of tubers, inspection of potatoes, peeling potatoes, boiling potatoes, preparation of amylolytic enzyme preparations, enzymatic hydrolysis (liquefaction and saccharification) of the boiled mass, clarification of the saccharified mass, evaporation, acidification, bottling. The technology for the production of potato drinks includes the following technological steps: water preparation, preparation of sugar syrup, concentrate processing, preparation of a citric acid solution, preparation of spicy aromatic infusions, preparation of color, preparation of a preservative, preparation of blended syrup, bottling of the drink. Promising areas of research in the field of improving the technology for obtaining potato concentrate are: the development of new technological schemes, the optimization of technology for hydroxymethylfurfural and melanoidins, the enzymatic method of enriching potato concentrate with fructose, the development of technologies for obtaining potato concentrate from the waste of the potato starch industry, and the technology of potato drinks is to increase their shelf life.

Functional whey-based drinks with grape pomace extract and fruit juice

Industrial waste leads to pollution and deterioration of the environment, as well as harming the living population and animals. Whey, being a by-product of milk processing, is a source of protein and nitrogenous compounds, carbohydrates, lipids, mineral supplements, vitamins, organic acids, enzymes and macro- and microelements. Amino acid content of whey is represented by amino acids of protein substances and free amino acids. The next valuable secondary raw material is grape pomace, which is practically not processed and becomes a factor of anthropogenic load, polluting the environment. Grape pomace has a rich chemical composition, especially a large number of phenolic compounds, which have antioxidant properties. Currently, there is a significant increase in the production and consumption of soft drinks with various additives, the composition of which is replete with unnecessary colors and flavors. The aim of the work is to use milk whey for the development of technology of drinks of functional purpose, which will directly increase the efficiency of its processing, as a secondary raw material in industrial production, as well as serve the purpose of improving the environmental situation in places where milk processing plants are located. In particular, the creation of functional drinks on the basis of milk whey with the addition of grape pomace, fruit juices and pectin, will enrich the milk drink with a complex of biologically active substances, trace elements, antioxidants, vitamins. Using organoleptic and physico-chemical parameters, two technologies of functional drinks based on milk whey with 25% Husein Black grape pomace extract, in the first 25% cherry and in the second 25% peach juices were developed. The first formulation demonstrated noteworthy macro- and microelement content, including calcium (12.10%), sodium (5.04%), magnesium (1.60%), phosphorus (7.31%), and potassium (24.61%). Similarly, the second formulation exhibited significant macro- and microelement composition, including calcium (9.50%), sodium (4.28%), magnesium (1.33%), phosphorus (6.37%), and potassium (21.91%). All microbiological indicators meet the requirements of GOST and indicate the absence of pathogenic microflora, which is one of the indicators of guaranteed sanitary well-being of the proposed products. The developed drinks have pleasant organoleptic indicators, high biological value and low cost price.

Evaluasi Penerapan Good Manufacturing Practices Produk Minuman Botanikal Jahe Siap Minum di PT XYZ

<p><strong>In improving the quality of food products as an effort to build a competitive UMKM economic structure, it’s necessary to implement Good Manufacturing Practices to produce the quality and suitable for consumption products. GMP is used as a general reference for food industries which is designed to prevent problems related to the quality and safety of food products. The aim of this research was to evaluated the implementation of GMP for Ginger Botanical Drink product which includes 18 aspects of assessment based on the Minister of Industry's regulation regarding GMP. This research was conducted in a qualitative descriptive. The 11 respondents were employees in the management and production departments with the instruments were field observation and interview on each aspect of GMP parameters. The result of this research showed that GMP implementation at PT XYZ is classified as Level 3 with some non-conformities, there were 2 points in the mayor category from the building aspect, 2 points in the mayor category from the sanitation facilities aspect, 1 point in the mayor category and 1 point in the critical category from the machine and equipment aspect, 1 point in the mayor category from the final product aspect, 1 point in the critical category from the employee aspect, and 1 point in the mayor category from the storage aspect. This proves that the implementation of GMP at PT XYZ is still not good enough, therefore, several improvement recommendations need to be given.</strong></p><p><strong><em>Keywords </em></strong>- <em>Evaluation, GMP, Improvement Recommendations, UMKM</em><em>.</em></p>

An Analysis Of Energy And Nutrient Content In High Energy Natural Isotonic Drink (Isopower)

Isotonic drink is the carbonated or non-carbonated drink product used to subtitute the fluid lost in the body. Lack of fluid in the body can cause muscle fatigue until causing the performance decrease in athlete. Isotonic drink can accelerate the return of body fluid compared to water. The purpose of this research was to analyze the content of energy, sodium, potassium, and Vitamin C in isotonic drink with raw material coconut water, pure coconut oil, bee bread, palm vinegar, and honey as high energy natural istotonic drink. The research design used was descriptive observation based laboratory test. The data analysis employed SPSS 22 programs namely by carrying out descriptive test until obtained the average for each isotonic namely 247,491 kkla, sodium 77,085 mg.kg, potassium 1000,785 mg/kg and Vitamin C 2,112 mg. This research concluded that the energy drink content has fulfilled the quality specification of isotonic drink, while the sodium and potassium level do not fulfill the quality specification of isotonic drink yet. Likewise with the Vitamin C content which also does not fulfill the Referrence of Nutrition Label namely 10%.

Alternative fermentation method of cocoa beans: The use of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum subsp.plantarum HL-15 as starter culture and valorization of cocoa pulp by-product

Inconsistency in quality remains a problem for Indonesian cocoa beans. This resulted in low-priced cocoa beans, significantly affecting the livelihood of its farmers. Optimization in cocoa bean processing methods focused on practical and high-value-added technology is urgently needed to solve the issue. This study aimed to evaluate the potential application of an alternative method based on de pulping treatment and adding Lactiplantibacillus plantarum subsp. plantarum HL-15 as a starter culture in cocoa post-harvest processing. The physical and sensorial quality of cocoa beans obtained from the method were evaluated. Microbiological growth patterns during fermentation were analyzed to better understand the effect of L. plantarum HL-15 addition. Economic comparative analysis was done to assess the feasibility of implementing the alternative method. The results showed that depulping and adding L. plantarum HL-15 before fermentation could produce high-quality cocoa beans with an outstanding sensory profile. Lactiplantibacillus plantarum subsp. plantarum HL-15 exhibited the ability to regulate microorganism consortia and suppress the growth of fungi. Combining this fermentation technique with by-product utilization based on the production of probiotic drinks could support the smallholder's livelihood by increasing the added value of cocoa beans and providing significant income.

Analysis of Language Style in Food and Beverage Advertising Slogans and Their Recommendations as Teaching Materials For Advertising Texts in SMP

The purpose of this study is to characterize the linguistic styles used in online slogans for food and beverage products. The numerous food and beverage product ads that use catchy slogans to attract large audiences served as the inspiration for this study. In order to assess the data and provide descriptive conclusions, this study employs a qualitative descriptive method. The study's findings indicate that the slogans of online ads for food and drink products contain many linguistic styles, such as personification, metaphor, hyperbole, and repetition. By presenting the language styles that have been discovered into teaching materials, the study's findings can be used to create advertising text learning handouts for junior high school students in grades VIII. This will help students understand the language styles used in advertising slogans.

Pengaruh Kualitas Produk terhadap Minat Beli Ulang yang Dimediasi oleh Kepuasan Pelanggan pada Produk Minuman Penambah Tenaga non Cair Extra Joss pada Mahasiswa program studi Manajemen

This study aims to determine the effect of product quality on repurchase intention mediated by customer satisfaction on non-liquid energy drink product extra joss, especially for students of management study program. The research instrument used has passed validity and reliability tests. This data collection tool is used to interview respondents aged 16-40 years who have experience consuming extra joss products. A total of 119 respondents participated in this study. The data collection method used is cross-sectional or one shot study. Data analysis was carried out using a quantitative descriptive approach, normality test, simple regression, multiple linear regression using SPSS version 24 software, and the use of the sobel test. Of the four hypotheses proposed, two of them are supported by empirical findings. The results of this study indicate that product quality has a direct effect on repurchase intention mediated by customer satisfaction. Meanwhile, other concepts that can directly influence repurchase intention can be explained by future research. The implications of these findings provide benefits for the company or product manager being evaluated, namely Extra Joss, and similar industries, related to designing relevant strategies to improve the quality of these attributes. Keywords: Product Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Repurchase Interest

The utilization of Tepache Probiotic Drink for health benefits and creating household-scale economic opportunities

Probiotic drinks are needed to enrich the microbiome in the digestive organs. Increasing age causes a decrease in the ability of cells to metabolize food, resulting in various degenerative diseases. Tepache probiotic drinks, made from pineapple skin, contain magnesium minerals for bone health, vitamins A, B, and C. Through fermentation, it is enriched by lactic acid bacteria which play a role in helping food metabolism in the intestines and increasing the immune response. Counseling on making tepache probiotic drinks for Family Empowerment and Welfare (PKK) mothers RW 11 Pamulang Timur is expected to improve public health and stimulate the household economy. The method of implementing community service is carried out by means of socialization of the benefits of probiotic drinks, training in making tepache probiotic drinks, financial management and marketing training, and production assistance. Tepache drinks are made from pineapple skin fermented for 24 hours using brown sugar, water, cloves, and cinnamon. The success of fermentation is indicated by the presence of white grains on the surface of the liquid. The fermentation results are filtered and can be consumed directly. The results of the counseling produced a tepache drink product that has been routinely consumed by PKK mothers RW 11 Pamulang Timur, and has an impact on reducing knee pain, tension, blood sugar, uric acid, and cholesterol. The results of household-scale sales have not shown significant profits, but simple calculations if pursued will increase household income.

Non-Thermal and Thermal Physical Procedures—Optimistic Solutions in the Winemaking Industry

Consumer demand for food and drink products with special nutritional properties is constantly increasing. To respond to new consumption trends, research in winemaking focuses on optimizing the technological process to increase quality while preserving the traditional character and typicality of the product. Lately, winemakers are implementing a range of physical non-thermal (ultrasound technology and cold plasma technology) and thermal (microwave treatment) processes to streamline and optimize winemaking technologies, reduce costs, speed up production, and improve sustainability. This study examines the existing literature regarding the effects of various physical approaches on the quality of wines. Scientific articles are concentrating on enhancing the extraction of phenolic compounds and other active compounds—especially those that contribute positively to wine quality. The reviewed literature only offers a limited amount of information on this subject; further investigation is required to determine the significance, applicability, and efficacy of thermal and non-thermal procedures in the wine industry.

Halal Food Development Strategy: Preliminary Study

Indonesia is the country with the largest Muslim population in the world and is ranked first for consumers of food and beverage products halal. The large Muslim population with the value of food and drink consumption The largest halal food in the world has not been able to become a driving force for Indonesia to increasing the production of halal food and drinks. The country's large Muslim population provides a market for halal products, creating strong domestic demand that can drive growth and innovation in the industry. Indonesia's commitment to halal certification and regulations also makes Indonesia a leader in ensuring the integrity and authenticity of halal products, thereby further enhancing its reputation in the global market. The aim of this research is to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats facing the large-scale halal food and beverage industry Indonesian small and medium enterprises and formulate industrial development strategies Indonesian halal food and drinks. To identify strategies for developing halal food products in Indonesia using SWOT analysis. The approach taken is a desk study approach where secondary data is obtained from various journal articles, statistical report data, reports from government agencies related to food, electronic news and other secondary data.

Formula optimization of herbal drink based on coconut sugar and ginger using the Taguchi method [Optimasi formula minuman herbal berbasis gula merah dan jahe menggunakan metode Taguchi

Increasingly positive public consumption trends have increased demand for functional products such as ginger sugar herbal drinks. However, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) producing ginger sugar herbal drinks still face production challenges, such as relying on traditional recipes passed down through generations with inconsistent processes, which affect quality uniformity. This study aimed to redesign the optimal formulation of ginger sugar herbal drinks based on parameters that affect the process. The method used is the Taguchi method with 4 (four) factors and 3 (three) levels with an L9 (34) orthogonal array matrix. Then, quality parameters were tested to determine the best ginger sugar herbal drink product. The combination of level factors in the optimal formula of ginger sugar herbal drink is the composition of ginger juice 300 mL, brown sugar 700 grams, granulated sugar 500 grams, and cooking time 45 minutes. The results of testing the quality characteristics of the confirmation experiment were following SNI requirements, namely water-insoluble part content 0.84%; water content 4.99%; ash content 1.65%; reducing sugar content 2.48%; sucrose sugar content 81.15%; dissolving time 29.93 seconds; antioxidant activity 67.13 ppm; color sensory properties 5.43; aroma sensory properties 5.32; taste sensory properties 5.16; aftertaste sensory properties 5.53; and overall sensory properties 5.21.Keywords: coconut sugar, ginger, herbal drink, quality, Taguchi method