[Dover Liquor Trading Co., Ltd.] Concerns about the lingering heat and “autumn of appetite” in the record-breaking heat wave of 2024. Food poisoning countermeasures and awareness survey – Importance of alcohol disinfection and practical examples of its use
*Dover Liquor Trading Co., Ltd.*
Press release: September 4, 2024
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Concerns about the lingering heat and “autumn of appetite” in the record-breaking heat wave of 2024. Food poisoning countermeasures and awareness survey – Importance of alcohol disinfection and practical examples of its use
*We conducted an awareness survey regarding the risk of food poisoning, which increases with the intense heat. Introducing the importance of alcohol disinfection and specific examples of its use. * * Dover Liquor Trading Co., Ltd. (Shibuya-ku, Tokyo: Representative Director Taiji Wada)
Dover (hereinafter referred to as “Dover”) conducted a survey of 50 general consumers (aged 20 to 60) regarding the risk of food poisoning due to the record-breaking heat wave in 2024, and investigated the awareness and implementation status of food poisoning countermeasures. I did. Based on the survey results, we will publish the importance of alcohol disinfection and the opinions of chefs who actually use alcohol preparations. *
* ◼︎Survey summary *
As a result of a questionnaire survey of 50 people, 84% of people answered that they felt it was necessary to use alcohol-based disinfectants. It was found that while it is particularly frequently used in the kitchen, with many people using it on their hands and cooking utensils, there are few people who use it directly on food.
* ◼︎Survey overview*
* Survey target: * 50 general consumers (20s to 60s) who visited the Karuizawa Brewery factory tour
* Survey period: * July to August 2024
* Survey method: * Online survey
* ◼︎Food poisoning countermeasures and awareness survey during record-breaking heat 1. Reasons for the high level of awareness of sterilization *
* 1. Reason for the high level of awareness of sterilization*
While 80% of respondents answered “No” if they or a family member had food poisoning in the past, over 86% of respondents said they regularly use sterilizing hygiene products.
Japan’s hot and humid climate creates a unique environment where mold and food deteriorate quickly, and it can be inferred that people are naturally highly conscious of food preservation and hygiene
management.
The reason why people are becoming more aware of disinfection even though they have never experienced food poisoning may be due to the large impact of the coronavirus pandemic in recent years. The pandemic has reminded us of the importance of hand washing and sanitizing.
With over 90% of people responding to this year’s record-breaking heatwave, which exceeded 35 degrees every day, the risk of food poisoning has increased, it can be inferred that awareness of food hygiene management has become even higher. .
* 2. Why many people use alcohol disinfection in the kitchen *
The kitchen is a place where ingredients are handled and is one of the places where the risk of food poisoning is highest. More than 80% of people said they use alcohol disinfectant in the kitchen. Alcohol disinfectant is quick-drying and easy to use, so it can be considered that its use is particularly popular in the kitchen. Furthermore, the effectiveness of alcohol disinfection has become widely known during the coronavirus pandemic, and it can be inferred that the habitual use of alcohol to disinfect has become an established post-corona disinfection habit.
* 3. Why many people use alcohol sterilizers on their hands and cooking utensils, but few use it directly on food*
Disinfecting hands and cooking utensils is important because they come into direct contact with food. More than 60% of people said they use alcohol disinfectant on their hands and cooking utensils, but only 4% use it directly on food and cooking. It is thought that there are concerns and concerns about applying alcohol sterilization directly to food, so few people practice it. This may be due to a lack of information about the effects alcohol has on food and how to use it properly.
* ◼︎What alcohol preparations can be used in food*
Alcohol preparations that are approved as food additives can be used in food. (Food additive preparations stipulated by the Food Sanitation Law that use ethanol as the main ingredient) It is widely used at food handling sites to extend the shelf life of food and to sterilize cooking sites and cooking utensils. Furthermore, the optimum sterilization concentration for ethanol is considered to be around 70% to 80%. However, these alcohol preparations are often sold to professionals involved in the food industry, and there are a limited number of places where they can be purchased.
* ◼︎About the alcohol preparation “Pastorese”*
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Pastorise 77 is an alcohol disinfectant that is useful in every scene of daily life. It has become a hot topic on social media, has been featured in many media outlets, and has become popular in ordinary households. Pastriese is a high-quality alcohol product made by a sake brewer that has been used by pastry chefs and food professionals for many years. It is now widely sold at drug stores and home centers.
The alcohol concentration of 77% is highly effective in disinfecting, preventing mold, and preserving food. Because it uses pure water unique to a sake brewing company, it is extremely pure and can be safely sprayed directly onto food. In addition, the combination of highly purified green tea catechin suppresses bacterial growth for a long time.
Pastolise is also resistant to oil stains and has deodorizing properties, making it useful as a cleaning item in a variety of areas in daily life.
* ◼︎Comment from Pastorise sales representative*
“Pastorese is a highly concentrated alcohol spray made by a sake brewing company for confectionery shops and food professionals who are concerned about hygiene management.The main ingredient, brewing alcohol, is of the same quality as that used for sake brewing. Since it is made from non-genetically modified sugar cane, it is safe and safe to use on food or ingest.It also contains highly purified catechin extracted from green tea, so the alcohol content evaporates after spraying. The excellent antibacterial properties of catechin inhibit the growth of bacteria for a long time.This alcohol spray can be used for many purposes, including disinfecting around the kitchen, preserving food, and as a hygiene measure. Spray it on areas where you are concerned about bacterial growth to prevent food poisoning!
* ■ [How to use it from a professional] We asked Chef Izumi of Yoyogi Uehara’s famous restaurant ASTERISQUE! *
* – Comments from Chef Izumi, a professional pastry chef who loves pastriese -* Chef Izumi
Inside the ASTERISQUE store
I first encountered Pastriese after entering Seijo Alps, a
long-established Western confectionery shop. At that time, I was still in training and was mainly in charge of the washing area, but I was surprised to find out that alcohol preparations were being used in the kitchen. I especially used it to sterilize fresh cream whisks and cooking utensils, and was impressed by its convenience and high sterilizing power. I was also very impressed by the fact that pastriese can be poured directly onto food. It is very convenient to spray directly onto fruits such as strawberries to prevent the growth of bacteria and maintain quality. This allows fruits that easily spoil when washed with water to last longer.
I also learned from the president of Seijo Alps that “food safety is the top priority,” and this became my creed. Recipe, appearance, and taste are important, but even more important is safety. Based on this philosophy, I still provide thorough hygiene education to my employees. We have created an environment where you can safely use it not only on your hands and cooking utensils, but also directly on food.
Even after moving to Osaka, the 500ml size of Pastriese was released, making it easier to use and allowing it to be installed discreetly in sales spaces. During the coronavirus pandemic, the importance of disinfection has become even more recognized, and the value of Pastriese has increased even more. Even when alcohol was in short supply, we were able to maintain a safe environment by always keeping a stock of Itto cans.
I have been using Pastrese for many years and I still believe in its reliability and effectiveness. I look forward to continuing to work with Pastorise to ensure food safety.
* ◼︎Summary*
The risk of food poisoning is increasing due to record heat and lingering heat in 2024. A survey of 50 general consumers who visited Karuizawa Brewery’s factory tour revealed that while the importance of alcohol disinfection is widely recognized, there are few cases of using alcohol directly on food. . This may be due to concerns about the effects of alcohol on food and a lack of information on how to use it properly.
In professional settings, Pastrese 77 is sprayed directly onto food and cooking utensils, and its high safety and sterilization effects are highly evaluated. Chef Izumi also says that using Pastolise reduces the risk of food poisoning and maintains the quality of food. Even ordinary households can achieve safer eating habits by adopting this professional hygiene management method.
At Dover Liquor Trading Co., Ltd., we will continue to disseminate information through SNS and media in order to spread the word about the superiority of Pastorise and how to use it, and we will continue to deliver “Living with Pastorise”.
* ◼︎Contact information*
Dover Liquor Trading Co., Ltd.
Public relations person: Takumi Saito
Phone number: 03-3469-2111
Email address: pressroom@dover.co.jp
Website: * Pastriese | Special feature | Dover -Western liquor Dover (official)-*
* ◼︎About Dover Liquor Trading Co., Ltd.*
Dover Liquor Trading Co., Ltd. directly imports approximately 200 types of Western liquors from 30 companies around the world, mainly in Europe, and Dover Sake Brewery Co., Ltd., which is the Western liquor manufacturing division.
At our Kobe Sanda Factory and Kanagawa Atsugi Factory, we manufacture approximately 200 types of Dover brand Western alcoholic beverages that do not rely on additives. We respond to diversifying needs with a carefully selected product lineup of approximately 400 types, including direct imports.
* ◼︎Chef Izumi Profile*
[Biography]
After graduating from Japanese confectionery school, he started training at Seijo Alps.
In 2000, he became a chef and pastry chef at Salon de Thé Surige. Representative from Japan at the 2005 World Chocolate Masters. 3rd place overall, 1st place in the Hachette dessert category. In 2006, he served as the captain of the Japanese national team at the World Pastry Team Championship, finishing 2nd overall.
Represented Japan at the 2008 World Pastry Team Championship, finishing 2nd overall.
In 2012, “ASTERISQUE” opened in Yoyogi Uehara, Tokyo. It is known as a store where there is always a line.