Sugar flower, as a form of expression of sugar art, not only attracts many eyes with its exquisite appearance and unique craft, but also becomes the highlight of many occasions with its edible and artistic value. However, the preservation of sugar flowers is a technical work, and a slight mistake may lead to the loss of the original luster and shape of sugar flowers. This article will introduce the preservation method of sugar flower in detail, to help everyone better preserve and display this sweet art.
1. The Basic Principles Of Sugar Flower Preservation
The preservation of sugar flower mainly needs to pay attention to three aspects: temperature, humidity and light. The temperature should be moderate, avoid too high or too low; Humidity should be properly controlled to prevent sugar flowers from absorbing too much water and closing; Direct sunlight should be avoided to avoid discoloration or deformation of sugar flowers.
2. The Preservation Method Of Small Sugar Flowers
For small sugar flowers, due to their small size, they are more susceptible to the external environment, so they need to be more careful when stored.
Store in an airtight container: Place small sugar flowers in a small, airtight glass box, making sure the inside of the box is dry and free of moisture. The glass box has good transparency and can easily observe the state of the sugar flower.
Low temperature environment: Store the sealed small glass box in a place with low temperature, such as the cold room of the refrigerator. However, it should be noted that the humidity in the refrigerator may also be high, so it is best to put some desiccant in the box, such as silicone packets, to further reduce the humidity.
Collision prevention: Small sugar flowers are more fragile and easily damaged by collisions. Therefore, during storage and transportation, special care is needed to avoid the box being squeezed or dropped.
3. The Preservation Method Of Large Sugar Flowers
Large sugar flowers are relatively easy to save due to their large size, but the following points still need to be noted.
Sealed storage: Similar to small sugar flowers, large sugar flowers also need to be stored in a large sealed glass box. The inside of the box should be dry and free of moisture, while ensuring that the integrity of the sugar flower is not damaged.
Low temperature environment: It is also necessary to put the sealed large glass box in a place with a lower temperature. Due to the larger size of the large sugar flower, it may require a larger refrigeration space, such as a freezer or cold storage.
Maintain integrity: Large sugar flowers need special attention to maintain their integrity during preservation. When placing and moving the box, handle it gently to avoid squeezing or distorting the sugar flowers.
4. Moisture-Proof And Anti-Closing
Sugar flowers placed in high humidity air, because the sugar itself has a certain amount of water absorption, will begin to absorb the surrounding water vapor molecules. After a period of time, the surface of the sugar body begins to become sticky and cloudy, losing the original luster, which is called a slight closing. If the sugar body continues to absorb water vapor from the air, the surface of the sugar body will appear to dissolve and lose its clear shape, a phenomenon called extinction. Therefore, moisture-proof and anti-closing are the key to the preservation of sugar flowers.
Use desiccant: Put some desiccant in the box that stores sugar flowers, such as silicone packets or activated carbon packets, which can effectively reduce the humidity in the box and prevent the sugar flowers from closing.
Regular observation: Open the box regularly to check the status of the sugar flower, if you find a slight closing phenomenon on the surface of the sugar flower, you should replace the desiccant in time or adjust the storage environment.
Avoid high humidity environments: Try to avoid placing sugar flowers in environments with high humidity, such as bathrooms, kitchens, etc. At the same time, it is also necessary to avoid placing sugar flowers in poorly ventilated places to avoid moisture accumulation.
5. Prevent Sand Return
After the sugar is placed for a long time, it may also return to sand. The phenomenon of returning sand is usually after the closing phenomenon, due to the formation of sugar crystals inside the sugar flower. Therefore, preventing closing is also the key to preventing sand return.
Humidity control: By controlling the humidity of the storage environment, the sugar flower is prevented from closing, so as to prevent the occurrence of sand return.
Avoid temperature fluctuations: Temperature fluctuations can also cause the sugar crystals inside the sugar flower to precipitate, so you should try to avoid placing the sugar flower in an environment with large temperature changes.
Timely consumption: If the sugar flower has appeared closing or back sand phenomenon, it is recommended to eat or handle it in time to avoid affecting the taste and appearance.
6. Adjust The Storage Method According To The Temperature
The preservation of sugar flowers also needs to be adjusted according to changes in temperature. In seasons with higher temperatures, such as summer, sugar flowers are more susceptible to high temperature and humidity. Therefore, more stringent preservation measures are required.
Refrigerator refrigeration: In the summer and other high temperature season, it is best to put sugar flowers in the refrigerator. The temperature of the cold room is low and the humidity is relatively stable, which is conducive to extending the storage time of sugar flowers.
Avoid frequent switching of the refrigerator: Frequent switching of the refrigerator will cause the temperature and humidity in the refrigerator to fluctuate greatly, which is not conducive to the preservation of sugar flowers. Therefore, when saving sugar flowers, you should try to avoid frequent opening and closing of the refrigerator door.
Use plastic wrap: Before placing sugar flowers in the refrigerator, you can wrap them in plastic wrap to further insulate them from air and moisture. However, it should be noted that the plastic wrap should not be too tight to avoid pressing the sugar flower and causing deformation.
7. Preservation Methods Under Special Circumstances
In addition to the conventional preservation methods, there are some special cases of preservation methods need special attention.
Preservation during transportation: If the sugar flowers need to be transported for long distances, they should be placed in a sealed box with enough desiccant in the box. At the same time, transport methods with low temperature and stable humidity should be selected, such as refrigerated trucks or incubators.
Preservation during display: When displaying sugar flowers, try to avoid exposing them to direct sunlight or poor ventilation. Items such as umbrellas or sunshade cloth can be used to block out the sun, and some desiccant can be placed on the display to absorb moisture.
Storage in a humid environment: When storing sugar flowers in a humid environment, you can consider using equipment such as dehumidifier or air conditioning to reduce indoor humidity. At the same time, you can also put more desiccant inside the box to absorb moisture.
Conclusion
The preservation of sugar flowers is a technical activity, which needs to consider multiple factors such as temperature, humidity, light and transportation. Through reasonable preservation methods and precautions, we can effectively extend the preservation time of sugar flowers and maintain its original luster and shape. I hope the introduction of this article can help you to better preserve and display this sweet art.
