Sicilian citrus kombucha

Barcode 5070000550053

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Yes — Sicilian citrus kombucha is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday due to added industrial flavouring.

This kombucha is classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring, an extracted additive identified as a UPF ingredient. Natural flavouring is an industrial flavouring formulation and is sufficient to classify the product as UPF. The other ingredients, including filtered water, kombucha cultures, sencha green tea, sugar, citrus and saffron extracts, vitamin C, and lactic acid bacillus, do not independently change this classification.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

filtered water

Purified water suitable for drinking or cooking.
OK

kombucha cultures
OK

sencha green tea
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

sicilian orange extract
OK

saffron extract
OK

vitamin c (ascorbic acid)

A water-soluble essential nutrient and antioxidant used as a dietary supplement and food additive.
OK

lactic acid bacillus

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Common questions about Sicilian citrus kombucha

Is Sicilian citrus kombucha ultra-processed?

Yes — Sicilian citrus kombucha is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This kombucha is classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring, an extracted additive identified as a UPF ingredient. Natural flavouring is an industrial flavouring formulation and is sufficient to classify the product as UPF. The other ingredients, including filtered water, kombucha cultures, sencha green tea, sugar, citrus and saffron extracts, vitamin C, and lactic acid bacillus, do not independently change this classification.

Which ingredients in Sicilian citrus kombucha are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Sicilian citrus kombucha as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavouring. 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.