Drink Me Chai

Drink Me Chai Spiced Chai Latte

Barcode 5060072970019

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Yes — Drink Me Chai Spiced Chai Latte is ultra-processed.

The product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including dried glucose syrup, maltodextrin, thickener (E466), modified starch (E1450), stabiliser (E451i), and natural flavouring. Any presence of such industrial formulations and additives classifies the product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

skimmed milk powder (21%) coconut oil
UPF

dried glucose syrup

Concentrated, dried form of glucose syrup, a refined sweetener derived from carbohydrates.
OK

whey permeate (milk)

Dairy byproduct comprising lactose, minerals, and residual proteins from whey; used as a sweetener or functional ingredient.
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
OK

caramelised sugar

A sugar that has been heated to develop a caramel flavor and color; essentially a processed form of sugar.
OK

instant black tea (2%)
OK

cinnamon (0.6%)
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
OK

thickener (e466)
OK

milk proteins

Proteins derived from milk (e.g., casein, whey proteins) used as a food ingredient to add texture, nutrition, or functional properties.
OK

modified starch (e1450)
OK

stabliser (e451i)
UPF

natural flavouring

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

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Common questions about Drink Me Chai Spiced Chai Latte

Is Drink Me Chai Spiced Chai Latte ultra-processed?

Yes — Drink Me Chai Spiced Chai Latte by Drink Me Chai is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including dried glucose syrup, maltodextrin, thickener (E466), modified starch (E1450), stabiliser (E451i), and natural flavouring. Any presence of such industrial formulations and additives classifies the product as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Drink Me Chai Spiced Chai Latte are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Drink Me Chai Spiced Chai Latte as ultra-processed markers: dried glucose syrup, maltodextrin, 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.