Herbal Vinegar Soda

Barcode 5065018468070

Yes — Herbal Vinegar Soda is ultra-processed.

This drink is classified as ultra-processed because it contains fructose, an industrially extracted and refined sugar used as a sweetener. The presence of this isolated sugar ingredient is sufficient to categorize the beverage as ultra-processed under NOVA guidelines, even though many of the other ingredients (such as carbonated water, honey, herbs, and citrus zests) are minimally processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

carbonated water

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

botivo (13%) (british apple cider vinegar)
OK

wildflower honey
OK

fructose

A simple sugar derived from fruit and honey; a monosaccharide commonly used as a sweetener.
OK

rosemary

A fragrant herb used fresh or dried to season dishes and compounds like oils and butters.
OK

thyme

A small, woody perennial herb with fragrant leaves used to flavor dishes, soups, and stews.
OK

gentian root
OK

wormwood zest
OK

orange zest

Common questions about Herbal Vinegar Soda

Is Herbal Vinegar Soda ultra-processed?

Yes — Herbal Vinegar Soda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This drink is classified as ultra-processed because it contains fructose, an industrially extracted and refined sugar used as a sweetener. The presence of this isolated sugar ingredient is sufficient to categorize the beverage as ultra-processed under NOVA guidelines, even though many of the other ingredients (such as carbonated water, honey, herbs, and citrus zests) are minimally processed.

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.