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Yes — Monster Energy Ultra Watermelon is ultra-processed.
Classified as ultra-processed because Monster-branded energy drinks typically contain multiple industrial additives (e.g., artificial sweeteners, flavorings, colorings, stabilizers). Even though only taurine is listed here, the ingredient list is clearly incomplete for this type of product, and a real can of this drink would be an ultra-processed formulation.
Other drinks Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.
Bolt from the Blue
Innocent
Not UPF
100% Sparkling Apple Juice
Appletiser (Coca-Cola)
Not UPF
Smooth Orange Juice
Innocent
Not UPF
BLUE BOLT
innocent
Not UPF
Nescafe Original
Nestlé, Nescafé
Not UPF
Gold Blend Decaff
Nescafé
Not UPF
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Terra Delyssa
Not UPF
Belvoir 100% Natural Blackcurrant Cordial
Belvoir
Not UPF
Cloudy Apple Juice
Copella
Not UPF
Invigorate
Innocent
Not UPF
Yes — Monster Energy Ultra Watermelon by Monster Energy is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because Monster-branded energy drinks typically contain multiple industrial additives (e.g., artificial sweeteners, flavorings, colorings, stabilizers). Even though only taurine is listed here, the ingredient list is clearly incomplete for this type of product, and a real can of this drink would be an ultra-processed formulation.
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.
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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.