Monster Energy

Ultra Peachy Keen

Barcode 5060947545601

Scanned 15 times by Nomi users

Yes — Ultra Peachy Keen is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains multiple industrial additives and formulations, including flavourings, maltodextrin, artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate), modified starch, and artificial colours (E102, E110). These ingredients are characteristic of NOVA Group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

8 ultra-processed markers

OK

carbonated water

A basic beverage ingredient consisting of dissolved CO2 in water, providing fizz without flavor additives.
UPF

citric acid

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

taurine

A sulfur-containing amino sulfonic acid used as a supplement and common additive in some foods and beverages, often for energy drinks and functional products.
OK

acidity regulator (sodium citrates, maltodextrin)
UPF

panax ginseng root extract

Botanical extract derived from Panax ginseng, a processed ingredient used for flavoring or health claims.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
UPF

potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate (preservatives)

Common food preservatives that inhibit mold, yeast and bacterial growth in a range of foods.
UPF

sucralose

A zero-calorie artificial sweetener used to replace sugar in foods and beverages. It is a synthetic disaccharide derived from sucrose and is much sweeter than sugar. Often used in diet drinks, sugar-free products, and tabletop sweeteners.
UPF

acesulfame potassium

A zero-calorie artificial sweetener used to sweeten foods and beverages. Often found in diet sodas and sugar-free products.
OK

caffeine

A bitter, white, naturally occurring alkaloid commonly used as a stimulant in beverages and foods.
OK

vegetable oils (coconut, rapeseed)

A blend of edible oils from coconut and rapeseed (canola). Basic culinary oil ingredients used for frying, dressing, or baking.
OK

carnitine l-tartrate (0.015%)
OK

modified starch vtamins (b3, b5, b6, b12)
OK

sodium chloride

Common table salt; basic culinary ingredient and essential mineral used for flavor and preservation.
OK

guarana seed extract

Extract from guarana seeds containing caffeine; used as a flavor/functional ingredient and stimulant.
OK

inositol

A sugar alcohol (cyclohexane polyol) commonly used as a supplement and sometimes as a stabilizer in foods; naturally occurring in many foods. Generally considered a dietary supplement ingredient; inositol is a simple, single-ingredient substance.
OK

colours (e102)
UPF

sunset yellow fcf (e110)

Synthetic yellow-orange food coloring (Sunset Yellow FCF); considered UPF because it is an industrially produced additive.

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Common questions about Ultra Peachy Keen

Is Ultra Peachy Keen ultra-processed?

Yes — Ultra Peachy Keen by Monster Energy is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains multiple industrial additives and formulations, including flavourings, maltodextrin, artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate), modified starch, and artificial colours (E102, E110). These ingredients are characteristic of NOVA Group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Ultra Peachy Keen are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 8 ingredients in Ultra Peachy Keen as ultra-processed markers: citric acid, taurine, panax ginseng root extract, flavourings, potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate (preservatives), sucralose, acesulfame potassium, sunset yellow fcf (e110). 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.