Ocean Spray

Cranberry Classic

Barcode 031200452009

Scanned 23 times by Nomi users

Yes — Cranberry Classic is ultra-processed.

The drink is ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring, which is an industrially produced flavor additive, making the product an ultra-processed formulation under NOVA. Other ingredients like sugar and juice from concentrate contribute to processing but are not, by themselves, UPF-defining.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

water

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

cranberry juice from concentrate (27 %)
OK

sugar

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

vitamin c (ascorbic acid)

A water-soluble essential nutrient and antioxidant used as a dietary supplement and food additive.
OK

vegetable and fruit concentrate (carrot, cranberry)
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.

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Common questions about Cranberry Classic

Is Cranberry Classic ultra-processed?

Yes — Cranberry Classic by Ocean Spray is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The drink is ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring, which is an industrially produced flavor additive, making the product an ultra-processed formulation under NOVA. Other ingredients like sugar and juice from concentrate contribute to processing but are not, by themselves, UPF-defining.

Which ingredients in Cranberry Classic are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Cranberry Classic as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavouring. 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?

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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.