Starbucks

Mocha

Barcode 5711953145339

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Yes — Mocha is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial flavourings (natural coffee flavouring, natural flavouring). According to the NOVA guidelines and the provided rules, extracted or synthesized flavourings are UPF ingredients, so any product containing them is considered ultra-processed, even though the other ingredients (milk, coffee, sugar, cocoa, potassium carbonate) are not UPF on their own.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

semi skimmed milk (75%)
OK

starbucks arabica coffee water
OK

coffee extract (20%)
OK

sugar (4.7%)
OK

fat-reduced cocoa powder 10.2%
OK

potassium carbonate

Potassium carbonate is a basic inorganic salt used as an acidity regulator and buffering agent in foods. It helps adjust pH and stabilize acidity in products.
OK

natural coffee flavouring
UPF

natural flavouring

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

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Common questions about Mocha

Is Mocha ultra-processed?

Yes — Mocha by Starbucks is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial flavourings (natural coffee flavouring, natural flavouring). According to the NOVA guidelines and the provided rules, extracted or synthesized flavourings are UPF ingredients, so any product containing them is considered ultra-processed, even though the other ingredients (milk, coffee, sugar, cocoa, potassium carbonate) are not UPF on their own.

Which ingredients in Mocha are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Mocha 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.