Waitrose

Fever-Tree premium Indian tonic water

Barcode 5060108450959

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Yes — Fever-Tree premium Indian tonic water is ultra-processed.

Contains citric acid (an added acidulant) and natural flavourings including quinine, which are industrial additives used to formulate the drink, so it is classified as an ultra-processed beverage under NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

carbonated spring water

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

sugar

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

citric acid

A sour-tasting organic acid used as an acidulant and preservative in foods. Commonly added in small amounts to adjust acidity.
OK

natural flavourings including quinine

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Common questions about Fever-Tree premium Indian tonic water

Is Fever-Tree premium Indian tonic water ultra-processed?

Yes — Fever-Tree premium Indian tonic water by Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains citric acid (an added acidulant) and natural flavourings including quinine, which are industrial additives used to formulate the drink, so it is classified as an ultra-processed beverage under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Fever-Tree premium Indian tonic water are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Fever-Tree premium Indian tonic water as an ultra-processed marker: citric acid. 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.