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California Lavender wrote:

> I'm having a terrible time with herb jellies weeping after the jar is
> opened. Research suggests that too much acid is to blame. My pH
> monitor shows most of my jellies come in around 2.5. The only acid is
> coming from the citrus-based pectin I use. I would appreciate any
> insights and suggestions: less pectin? more sugar?
> Thanks to all!


I found a source on the web (it's in our FAQ:
http://www.gbronline.com/jacke/rfpfaq/rfpFAQ.htm)
that says 3.6 is the best. You may want to add a bit of bicarbonate of
soda (baking soda) to bring up the pH.
Let us know how you do!
Edrena