Equinox Organic

Blood Orange Kombucha

Barcode 5060452360829

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Yes — Blood Orange Kombucha is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial flavorings: "blood orange natural flavouring" and "orange natural flavouring", which are additives created through industrial processes according to NOVA guidelines.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

filtered water

Purified water suitable for drinking or cooking.
OK

kombucha culture

Live microbial culture used to ferment sweetened tea to produce kombucha.
OK

raw cane sugar (fermented)
OK

chun mee green tea (fermented)
OK

blood orange natural flavouring
OK

hibiscus

Dried calyces of the hibiscus plant, used as a tart, floral flavoring and beverage ingredient.
OK

orange natural flavouring
OK

orange peel

Zest or dried peel from oranges, used as flavoring and garnish. Contains oils and aromatic compounds. Food-grade and widely used in cooking and baking.
OK

probiotic b culture - bacillus subtilis

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Common questions about Blood Orange Kombucha

Is Blood Orange Kombucha ultra-processed?

Yes — Blood Orange Kombucha by Equinox Organic is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial flavorings: "blood orange natural flavouring" and "orange natural flavouring", which are additives created through industrial processes according to NOVA guidelines.

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.