Sparkling Fruit Drink

Barcode 6076150412066

Yes — Sparkling Fruit Drink is ultra-processed.

This drink is ultra-processed because it contains natural flavoring, which is an industrially produced flavor additive used to enhance taste beyond what the whole foods provide.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

sparkling water

Carbonated water; a basic beverage ingredient used as a refreshing drink base.
OK

fruit purees from concentrate (apple, raspberry, blueberry)
OK

apple cider vinegar

Fermented liquid produced from apple juice, commonly used in dressings, marinades, and flavoring.
UPF

natural flavoring

Flavoring agents derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; often composed of essential oils, extracts, or blends.
OK

magnesium

A essential mineral used in various biological processes and common as a dietary supplement or fortifying additive in foods.

Common questions about Sparkling Fruit Drink

Is Sparkling Fruit Drink ultra-processed?

Yes — Sparkling Fruit Drink is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This drink is ultra-processed because it contains natural flavoring, which is an industrially produced flavor additive used to enhance taste beyond what the whole foods provide.

Which ingredients in Sparkling Fruit Drink are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Sparkling Fruit Drink as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavoring. 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?

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.