Remedy

Kombucha

Barcode 9350271001307

Scanned 8 times by Nomi users

Yes — Kombucha is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). It contains the identified UPF ingredient “flavour enhancer: erythritol,” which is an industrially produced sweetener, as well as steviol glycosides (a refined, extracted sweetener) and “natural ... flavouring” ingredients (industrial flavoring additives). Any one of these would be sufficient to classify the product as UPF under the NOVA framework, so the presence of all of them clearly makes it UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

raw kombucha

A fermented, fizzy tea beverage made from carbonated water, sugar, black tea leaves, green tea leaves, and a traditional kombucha culture (SCOBY).
UPF

erythritol (flavour enhancer)

Sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and flavor modifier; a food additive often included to reduce calories.
OK

natural mango flavouring
OK

natural passion fruit flavouring
OK

natural lemongrass flavouring
OK

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
OK

sweetener: steviol glycosides. "no sugar remains after remedy's traditional long-aged fermentation. remedy your thirst a naturally fermented sparkling kombucha made with lemon juice
OK

natural mango
OK

passion fruit and lemongrass flavours and sweetener from the stevia plant. strands of the kombucha may appear. these are signs of a natural and raw kombucha. our founders source only the highest quality ingredients. koding artificial. we're making it right. iquit sugar recommends

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Common questions about Kombucha

Is Kombucha ultra-processed?

Yes — Kombucha by Remedy is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). It contains the identified UPF ingredient “flavour enhancer: erythritol,” which is an industrially produced sweetener, as well as steviol glycosides (a refined, extracted sweetener) and “natural ... flavouring” ingredients (industrial flavoring additives). Any one of these would be sufficient to classify the product as UPF under the NOVA framework, so the presence of all of them clearly makes it UPF.

Which ingredients in Kombucha are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Kombucha as an ultra-processed marker: erythritol (flavour enhancer). 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.