Bramwells

Worcestshire sauce

Barcode 4088600057248

Scanned 43 times by Nomi users

Yes — Worcestshire sauce is ultra-processed.

The product contains tamarind extract, which has been pre-identified as an ultra-processed ingredient. Therefore, the sauce must be classified as ultra-processed (UPF) according to the given rules.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

barley malt vinegar

A vinegar produced by fermenting barley malt with acetic acid bacteria to create a tangy, acidic liquid used in pickling, condiments, and dressings.
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

molasses

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

sugar

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

fish sauce

A traditional fermented condiment made from anchovies, salt, and sometimes sugar; used to add salty umami flavor in many Asian cuisines.
UPF

tamarind extract

Concentrated extract derived from tamarind pulp; used for sour flavor in sauces and beverages.
OK

salt

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

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

ground clove

A ground spice made from the dried flower buds of the clove tree (Syzygium aromaticum); used to impart warm, aromatic flavor.
OK

chilli powder

Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and flavor in dishes. It is a basic single-ingredient spice.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.

Healthier alternatives

Reviewed by Nomi

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Not Ultra-Processed

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Common questions about Worcestshire sauce

Is Worcestshire sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Worcestshire sauce by Bramwells is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains tamarind extract, which has been pre-identified as an ultra-processed ingredient. Therefore, the sauce must be classified as ultra-processed (UPF) according to the given rules.

Which ingredients in Worcestshire sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Worcestshire sauce as an ultra-processed marker: tamarind extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Worcestshire sauce?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Biona Organic Worcestershire Sauce by Biona, Worcester sauce by Tesco. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.