#$%^&*AU2016201666B220170907.pdf#####ABSTRACT The present invention relates to agents and methods for reducing calcium in beverages, in particular alcoholic and 5 fermented beverages such as wine, beer, larger, ale, cider and perry. The agent comprises a pectin or a salt thereof. 7531647 1 (GHMatters) P71251.AU.2 16/03/16