Citrus Energy Soda

Barcode 5010102345393

Yes — Citrus Energy Soda is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations including natural flavors and sucralose (an artificial sweetener). These ingredients place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category, even though it also contains juices and basic acids like citric and ascorbic acid.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

sparkling water

Carbonated water; a basic beverage ingredient used as a refreshing drink base.
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
UPF

natural flavors

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to add or enhance aroma and taste; can include essential oils, extracts, or other natural flavor compounds.
OK

red orange juice

Juice pressed from red/pigmented oranges (blood oranges) or juice with a red-orange appearance; typically a fruit juice with no added ingredients.
OK

orange juice

Juice pressed from oranges; a common single-ingredient fruit juice with no added ingredients.
OK

ascorbic acid (vitamin c)

A water-soluble vitamin (vitamin C) used as an antioxidant and preservative in foods.
UPF

sucralose

A synthetic, non-nutritive sweetener derived from sucrose by chlorination; widely used as a low-calorie sweetener in foods and beverages.
OK

caffeine

A natural stimulant found in coffee, tea, and some foods. Commonly used as a beverage additive and in supplements.

Common questions about Citrus Energy Soda

Is Citrus Energy Soda ultra-processed?

Yes — Citrus Energy Soda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations including natural flavors and sucralose (an artificial sweetener). These ingredients place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category, even though it also contains juices and basic acids like citric and ascorbic acid.

Which ingredients in Citrus Energy Soda are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Citrus Energy Soda as ultra-processed markers: natural flavors, sucralose. 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.