Sainsbury's

Beer Sourdough

Barcode 01146080

Scanned 13 times by Nomi users

No — Beer Sourdough is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and contains only basic culinary ingredients (fortified wheat flour, grains, water, oil, salt). There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavorings, or other markers of ultra-processing according to NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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fortified british wheat flour

A basic staple flour for baking, fortified with minerals and vitamins (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin) to improve nutritional content.
OK

thiamine

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

beer (wheat)
OK

barley

A whole grain used in cooking and brewing; a basic cereal ingredient.
OK

oat (18%)
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

rye

A cereal grain from the game of rye (Secale cereale); used for breads, crackers, and cereals.
OK

malted rye

Rye grain that has been malted; used as an ingredient in baking or brewing for sweetness and enzyme activity.
OK

quinoa

A gluten-free seed-like grain, often used as a nutritious base or side dish.
OK

salt

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

rye flakes

Rolled or flattened cereal made from rye grain, used similarly to oats or wheat flakes in cereals and baking.
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.

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Common questions about Beer Sourdough

Is Beer Sourdough ultra-processed?

No — Beer Sourdough by Sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and contains only basic culinary ingredients (fortified wheat flour, grains, water, oil, salt). There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavorings, or other markers of ultra-processing according to NOVA.

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.