Sainsbury's

18 Month Matured Christmas Pudding

Barcode 00357593

Yes — 18 Month Matured Christmas Pudding is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients/additives, including palm oil (pre-identified UPF ingredient), glucose-fructose syrup, humectant glycerine, and colour (anthocyanins) used in glacé cherries and candied peel.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

sultanas

Dried seedless grapes, sweet and juicy; commonly used in baking and confectionery.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

cider

Fermented alcoholic beverage made from apples; can be still or sparkling.
OK

fortified wheat flour

A basic flour base fortified with minerals and vitamins (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin) used as a baking ingredient.
OK

thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

raisins

Dried grapes, sometimes with added sugar; used as a sweet snack or in baking.
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

currants

Small dried grapes (currants), sweet and tart, used in baking and cooking.
UPF

candied citrus peel

Candied citrus peel made with orange and lemon peels candy-coated with sugar and a glucose-fructose syrup, with citric acid as an acidity regulator.
OK

cognac

Distilled grape spirit (brandy) used as an alcoholic beverage or flavoring.
UPF

glacé cherries

Candied cherries produced with glucose-fructose syrup and natural colour (anthocyanins) with citric acid as acidity regulator.
OK

cream

Dairy cream derived from cow's milk, commonly used as a rich dairy ingredient; fat content varies by product.
OK

almond

Almond kernels used as a nut ingredient; percentage 3.0% may indicate formulation level.
OK

sherry

A fortified wine used as a cooking ingredient or beverage.
OK

glycerine; rum

A humectant glycerine (glycerol) and rum (2.0%) mixture, used as flavor/texture component in some formulations.
OK

orange peel

Zest or dried peel from oranges, used as flavoring and garnish. Contains oils and aromatic compounds. Food-grade and widely used in cooking and baking.
OK

pecan nut

A edible seed/nut from the pecan tree, commonly used as a snack or ingredient in baking and cooking.
OK

brandy

A distilled spirit flavored with wine or fermented fruit juice. Not typically eaten as a basic food ingredient; used as a beverage or cooking liquor.
OK

walnut

A hard-shelled tree nut that is edible and commonly used in baking and cooking.
OK

molasses

A thick, dark syrup produced during sugar refining, rich in flavor and used in baking and cooking.
OK

lemon peel

Zest or dried rind used for flavoring and seasoning.
OK

mixed spice (coriander, cinnamon, clove, fennel, ginger, nutmeg, cardamom)

A blend of ground spices including coriander, cinnamon, clove, fennel, ginger, nutmeg and cardamom, used to flavour sweet and savoury dishes.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

orange oil

Essential oil derived from orange peels used for flavor; highly concentrated aroma compound.
OK

yeast. 50g 6g 7964663 800g allergy advice: for allergens

A basic leavening agent used in baking; active yeast or baker's yeast.

Common questions about 18 Month Matured Christmas Pudding

Is 18 Month Matured Christmas Pudding ultra-processed?

Yes — 18 Month Matured Christmas Pudding by Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients/additives, including palm oil (pre-identified UPF ingredient), glucose-fructose syrup, humectant glycerine, and colour (anthocyanins) used in glacé cherries and candied peel.

Which ingredients in 18 Month Matured Christmas Pudding are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in 18 Month Matured Christmas Pudding as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, candied citrus peel, glacé cherries. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.