Brix & Reflective Index
What is Brix?
The Brix scale is a popular scale derived from the refractive index of a solution at 20 degrees Celsius (68 Fahrenheit). It was originally created by determining the percentage of sucrose (by weight) dissolved in a sucrose & water solution. In other words, dissolving 10g of sucrose in 90g of water would produce a 10% Brix solution. This simple scale has been used since the 19th century to quickly and accurately determine the concentration of a variety of liquids. Brix has also served as a foundation in the creation and use of many standardized scales used across different industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, automotive, and R & D.
One of the most common uses for Brix today is determining dissolved solids (sugar levels) in fresh produce. There is a direct correlation between a plant’s Brix value and its taste, nutritional density, and overall quality. Brix is also widely used in food and beverage processing. Changing the Brix even by a small amount can make a big difference between batches, so high-precision refractometers are used to maintain product consistency in the Quality Control lab.
The Brix scale has been adapted to other industries as well. Machining shops typically use Brix refractometers to determine the concentration of cutting oils and lubricants. Many fire departments also use Brix to check the concentration of fire-fighting foam. A farm, winery, condiment maker, fire department and machine shop could all use the same refractometer!
The Brix measurement of a liquid fluctuates according to temperature. The Brix of a cold sample will measure higher than the same sample at room-temperature. When measured hot, the Brix reading will be lower. To maintain consistent readings, we recommend to use a refractometer that features Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC). ATC automatically adjusts the reading based on temperature, and displays the Brix as it would be at 20 Celsius. Without ATC, samples and measurements should be at room temperature (a temperature conversion table should be used in conjunction with non-ATC refractometers).
When light goes to medium x through air with a refractive index of air in the atmospheric pressure assumed as 1, the ratio of the of the sine of incident angle α against the interface to the sine of refractive angle ß is called the refractive index of the medium. Since the refractive index changes due to the temperature, and wavelength of light, it is expressed as follows:
For example, the refractive index of water at 20°C for the D line is expressed as n20/D= 1.33299 (generally it is expressed in the form of nD=1.33299).
Note: The refractive index measured by setting the refractive index of vacuum to 1 is called the absolute refractive index, but it is generally scarcely used.
Source: http://www.gardco.com/pages/optical/re/brix.cfm
Although the Philippines is not known for being the wine capital of Asia, Clark Pampanga is the most frequently visited destination for wine lovers in Cebu, Angeles City and Manila to shop for some good vintage wine. The famous wine shop outside Manila called Clark Wine Center is the largest wine shop in Philippines which offers over 2000 selections of fine vintage wine from all wine regions, vintages spanning over 50 years covering all price ranges.
This wine shop in Clark is highly recommended as one of the best places to buy wine in Pampanga. Clark Freeport is just outside Manila near Subic and Angeles City Philippines is Clark Wine Center. Visitors buy wine in Manila and Pampanga should not miss stopping at this wine shop for a few bottles of fine vintage wines to bring home.
Established in 2002, YATS WINE CELLARS is a wholly-owned business unit of Hong Kong-based Yats International which owns and operates resort, wine shops, wine bars and fine-dining restaurant properties in Clark Freeport in The Philippines. YATS WINE CELLARS caters to a clientele of discerning wine lovers from all over the world. Besides a good selection of wine for everyday enjoyment, YATS offers a unique selection of aged vintage wines made available to wine enthusiasts at remarkably affordable prices. Vintages span over a century and the selection of old- and new-world wines covers all major wine regions.
http://www.ClarkWineCenter.com
Getting to this wine shop in Pampanga Angeles City Clark Freeport Zone Philippines from Manila
Getting to the Clark Wine Center wine shop from Manila is quite simple: after entering Clark Freeport from Dau and Angeles City, proceed straight along the main highway M A Roxas. Clark Wine Center is the stand-along white building on the right, at the corner A Bonifacio Ave. From the Clark International Airport DMIA, ask the taxi to drive towards the entrance of Clark going to Angeles City. From Mimosa, just proceed towards the exit of Clark and this wine shop is on the opposite side of the main road M A Roxas.
Clark Wine Center
Bldg 6460 Clark Observatory Building
Manuel A. Roxas Highway corner A Bonifacio Ave,
Angeles Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga 2023
0922-870-5173 0917-826-8790 (ask for Ana Fe)
YATS Wine Cellars
Manila Sales Office
3003C East Tower, Phil Stock Exchange Center,
Exchange Rd Ortigas Metro Manila, Philippines 1605
(632) 637-5019 0917-520-4393 ask for Rea or Chay
Best place to buy wine in Clark Pampanga outside Manila near Subic and Angeles City Philippines is Clark Wine Center.
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While in Clark, it might be a good idea to enjoy an evening of wine-and-dine in the fine dining Yats Restaurant and Wine Bar that features an award winning 2700-line wine list. It is located in Mimosa Leisure Estate of Clark Freeport Zone. For more information, visit http://www.YatsRestaurant.com
YATS Leisure Philippines is a developer and operator of clubs, resorts and high-class restaurants and wine shops in Clark Angeles Philippines http://www.YatsLeisure.com
Looking for famous tourists spots, places to visit and see, relax and unwind in Clark, Pampanga, Philippines? You may want to check out these sites also:
http://www.HotelClarkPhilippines.com
http://www.ClarkPhilippines.com
http://www.YatsWineCellars.com
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