Rocks

Zesty Lemons

Barcode 5023762000120

Scanned 11 times by Nomi users

Yes — Zesty Lemons is ultra-processed.

The drink contains natural flavouring, which is an industrially produced additive used to modify taste, making it ultra-processed under NOVA. Other ingredients like citric acid and natural colour (safflower extract) are also isolated additives typical of ultra-processed beverages.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

spring water

A basic, clear beverage water sourced from natural springs, suitable for drinking and as a diluent in recipes.
OK

sugar

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

concentrated lemon juice & lemon fruit 8%
OK

citric acid

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

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

natural colour (safflower extract)

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Common questions about Zesty Lemons

Is Zesty Lemons ultra-processed?

Yes — Zesty Lemons by Rocks is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The drink contains natural flavouring, which is an industrially produced additive used to modify taste, making it ultra-processed under NOVA. Other ingredients like citric acid and natural colour (safflower extract) are also isolated additives typical of ultra-processed beverages.

Which ingredients in Zesty Lemons are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Zesty Lemons as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavouring. 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.