Caustic Soda for Pretzels – Real Caustic Soda for Authentic Lye Baked Goods

For a real pretzel, you need real lye. Our caustic soda for pretzels provides the sodium hydroxide that gives your baked goods their characteristic brown color, typical shine, and unmistakable aroma – not achievable with sodium bicarbonate.

✓ Real caustic soda – not the weaker sodium carbonate

✓ Lye pearls – quickly and safely soluble in water

✓ Exact dosage – 3.5 to 4 grams per 100 milliliters of water

✓ Safe handling – pearl form for controlled dissolution

✓ Professional result – intense coloring and authentic pretzel taste

Tip: Dissolve 3.5 to 4 grams of lye pearls in 100 milliliters of water – this yields a 3.5% to 4% caustic soda solution. Use a sturdy sieve or caustic soda tongs for dipping and wear gloves and safety goggles. After dipping, rinse immediately with cold water and dry before baking.

Allergens: No known allergens.