Angostura

Angostura - aromatic bitters

Barcode 075496002005

Scanned 11 times by Nomi users

Yes — Angostura - aromatic bitters is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains arômes naturels (natural flavourings), which are industrially produced flavouring substances, and the caramel color E150a, an industrial color additive. These additives classify the product as an ultra-processed food according to NOVA.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

A clear, tasteless liquid essential for life; widely used as a primary cooking and beverage ingredient.
OK

alcohol

A basic beverage ingredient typically ethanol or ethyl alcohol used as a solvent or in fermentation. Common in spirits and liqueurs.
UPF

natural flavors

Concentrated extract or essence used to impart flavor, derived from natural sources such as plants or animals, without synthetic additives in the final flavoring.
OK

sugar

A basic, single-ingredient sweetener derived from sugarcane or sugar beet.
UPF

colorant e150a 44

A color additive (caramel color) with code E150a, often used to impart brown color in foods and beverages. The addition of a numeric suffix suggests a specific variant used in industry.

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Common questions about Angostura - aromatic bitters

Is Angostura - aromatic bitters ultra-processed?

Yes — Angostura - aromatic bitters by Angostura is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains arômes naturels (natural flavourings), which are industrially produced flavouring substances, and the caramel color E150a, an industrial color additive. These additives classify the product as an ultra-processed food according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Angostura - aromatic bitters are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Angostura - aromatic bitters as ultra-processed markers: natural flavors, colorant e150a 44. 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.