Tesco

Liquorice Allsorts

Barcode 5018374118950

Yes — Liquorice Allsorts is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed (NOVA) ingredients, including glucose syrup (industrially refined sugar syrup), palm oil (highly refined oil), flavourings (industrial flavour additives), spirulina concentrate (industrial extract), and other additives such as humectant (glycerol) and glazing agents. Because at least one such industrial ingredient is present, the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

treacle

A viscous, dark syrup produced from refining cane sugar; traditional sweetener used in baking and desserts.
OK

wheat flour

A basic flour ground from wheat, often enriched with added minerals and vitamins.
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

desiccated coconut

Finely shredded dried coconut meat with a mild, sweet coconut flavor commonly used in baking and confectionery.
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

beef gelatin

Animal-derived gelling agent from bovine collagen, used to set jellies, gummies, and desserts.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

glycerol (humectant)

Glycerol (glycerine) used as a humectant to retain moisture in foods; a simple, mono- and polyalcohol.
UPF

colours (plain caramel, curcumin, beetroot red, capsanthin)

A blend of color additives (caramel color plus natural extracts like curcumin, beetroot red, and capsanthin) used to impart hues.
OK

fat-reduced cocoa powder

Cocoa powder from which most of the fat (cocoa butter) has been removed; used to add cocoa flavor with lower fat content.
UPF

licorice extract

Concentrated extract of sweet liquorice root used for flavoring.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
UPF

spirulina concentrate

Concentrated extract of spirulina algae, used as a source of protein and nutrients in fortified foods or supplements.
OK

fruit and vegetable concentrates (blackcurrant, carrot)

Concentrated blends of pressed or extracted fruit and vegetable juices or pulps used to impart flavor or color. Not a finished product on its own.
OK

glazing agent (white and yellow beeswax)

Beeswax-based glaze used to coat candies, produce a shiny surface, or as a finishing coating. It is edible but not a typical ingredient; commonly considered a food coating.
OK

coconut oil

Oil pressed from mature coconuts, used for cooking and baking.

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Common questions about Liquorice Allsorts

Is Liquorice Allsorts ultra-processed?

Yes — Liquorice Allsorts by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed (NOVA) ingredients, including glucose syrup (industrially refined sugar syrup), palm oil (highly refined oil), flavourings (industrial flavour additives), spirulina concentrate (industrial extract), and other additives such as humectant (glycerol) and glazing agents. Because at least one such industrial ingredient is present, the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Which ingredients in Liquorice Allsorts are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in Liquorice Allsorts as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, palm oil, colours (plain caramel, curcumin, beetroot red, capsanthin), licorice extract, flavourings, spirulina concentrate. 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.