Ginger Yuzu Kombucha

Barcode 5060512671209

Yes — Ginger Yuzu Kombucha is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations, specifically natural flavors and caramel color, which are UPF ingredients in the NOVA system. Other ingredients like organic cane sugar, juices, kombucha cultures, and citric acid are not UPF by themselves, but the presence of these additives makes the overall beverage ultra-processed.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

kombucha green tea
OK

kombucha cultures
OK

ginger juice

Juice pressed from fresh ginger root; spicy, aromatic liquid used as a flavoring or health-supporting beverage base.
OK

yuzu juice

Citrus juice pressed from yuzu, a citrus fruit common in East Asian cuisine. Used for tart, fragrant acidity.
OK

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
OK

living cultures
OK

sparkling water

Carbonated water; a basic beverage ingredient used as a refreshing drink base.
OK

organic cane sugar

Fine-grained, white sweetener derived from sugarcane, produced with organic farming methods.
OK

citric acid

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

natural flavors

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to add or enhance aroma and taste; can include essential oils, extracts, or other natural flavor compounds.
UPF

caramel color

A food coloring produced by controlled heating of carbohydrates with acids, alkalis, or ammonium compounds; used to impart brown color in many beverages and foods.

Common questions about Ginger Yuzu Kombucha

Is Ginger Yuzu Kombucha ultra-processed?

Yes — Ginger Yuzu Kombucha is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations, specifically natural flavors and caramel color, which are UPF ingredients in the NOVA system. Other ingredients like organic cane sugar, juices, kombucha cultures, and citric acid are not UPF by themselves, but the presence of these additives makes the overall beverage ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Ginger Yuzu Kombucha are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Ginger Yuzu Kombucha as ultra-processed markers: natural flavors, caramel color. 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.