Tesco

Sparkling Water White Grape & Blackberry

Barcode 5018374406323

Yes — Sparkling Water White Grape & Blackberry is ultra-processed.

The drink contains several ultra-processed additives, including artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame K), generic flavouring, and the preservative potassium sorbate, which place it in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

carbonated spring water

Water from a natural spring that has been infused with carbon dioxide to create fizz.
OK

white grape juice from concentrate (1.5%) (water, concentrated grape juice)
OK

citric acid

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

blackberry juice from concentrate (0.5%)
OK

(water, concentrated blackberry juice)
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
UPF

artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame k)

A blend of synthetic sweeteners used as sugar substitutes in beverages and foods; contains aspartame and acesulfame K.
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.

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Common questions about Sparkling Water White Grape & Blackberry

Is Sparkling Water White Grape & Blackberry ultra-processed?

Yes — Sparkling Water White Grape & Blackberry by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The drink contains several ultra-processed additives, including artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame K), generic flavouring, and the preservative potassium sorbate, which place it in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Which ingredients in Sparkling Water White Grape & Blackberry are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Sparkling Water White Grape & Blackberry as ultra-processed markers: flavouring, artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame k), potassium sorbate. 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.