As an expert sommelier and brewer, I have had my fair share of experience with various beverages, including soda. When it comes to the quantity of soda that a 5 gallon bag-in-box (BIB) syrup can produce, there is a standard ratio that is recommended for mixing.
Typically, a 5 gallon BIB syrup is designed to be used with a soda dispenser. This dispenser allows for accurate and consistent mixing of the syrup with carbonated water to create the desired soda. The recommended ratio for mixing the syrup is 5 parts carbonated water to 1 part syrup.
Now, let's do some math to determine how much soda a 5 gallon BIB can make. Since the ratio is 5 parts carbonated water to 1 part syrup, we can divide the total volume of the BIB (5 gallons) by the ratio (5+1).
5 gallons / (5+1) = 5 gallons / 6 = 0.83 gallons per part
So, for every part of syrup used, we can produce approximately 0.83 gallons of soda. To determine the total amount of soda that can be made from a 5 gallon BIB, we multiply the number of parts of syrup by 0.83.
For example, if we use 1 part of syrup:
1 part * 0.83 gallons per part = 0.83 gallons of soda
If we use 2 parts of syrup:
2 parts * 0.83 gallons per part = 1.66 gallons of soda
And so on.
Therefore, a 5 gallon BIB syrup, when mixed at the recommended ratio of 5 parts carbonated water to 1 part syrup, can yield approximately 0.83 gallons of soda per part of syrup used.
It's important to note that the actual yield may vary slightly depending on the specific soda dispenser and the accuracy of the mixing process. Additionally, personal preferences for the strength of the soda may result in using more or less syrup per serving.
In my personal experience, I have found that following the recommended ratio and adjusting to taste has consistently produced delicious and refreshing sodas. I have used 5 gallon BIB syrups in various settings, from small gatherings to large events, and have always been impressed with the quantity of soda that can be produced from a single BIB.
To summarize, a 5 gallon BIB syrup, when mixed at the recommended ratio, can yield approximately 0.83 gallons of soda per part of syrup used. This quantity can be adjusted based on personal preferences and the specific soda dispenser being used. Cheers to enjoying a refreshing glass of soda!