Is Bittersweet Lemonade Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Migros Daily
Migros Daily's Bittersweet Lemonade is reviewed here as a soft drink. Zerotox gives it 75/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
This lemonade contains grapefruit juice and elderflower syrup, but also includes citric acid as an acidifying agent. The presence of sugar in the syrup raises some quality concerns.
75 / 100
Why score is 75
This lemonade contains grapefruit juice and elderflower syrup, but also includes citric acid as an acidifying agent. The presence of sugar in the syrup raises some quality concerns.
Main concern
Includes sugar in the elderflower syrup, raising concerns about added sugars.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains grapefruit juice, providing a natural citrus flavor.
- Elderflower syrup adds a floral note, enhancing the drink's complexity.
Concerns
- Includes sugar in the elderflower syrup, raising concerns about added sugars.
- Citric acid is a synthetic acidulant, which may indicate processing.
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this soft drink, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this soft drink?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary ingredient, providing hydration and a base for the drink.
Role in formula: base
Original: Eau
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Is Grapefruit Juice safe in this soft drink?
Good
Grapefruit Juice is used here as flavor. Grapefruit juice contributes a natural tartness and flavor profile, enhancing the drink's appeal.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: jus de pamplemousse
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Is Elderflower Syrup safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Elderflower Syrup is used here as flavor. Elderflower syrup contains sugar and water, providing sweetness and floral notes, but raises concerns due to added sugars.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sirop de fleurs de sureau (sucre, eau, extrait de fleurs de sureau, acidifiant: acide citrique)
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Is Lime Juice safe in this soft drink?
Good
Lime Juice is used here as flavor. Lime juice adds acidity and a zesty flavor, complementing the grapefruit and elderflower.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: jus de lime
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Is Grapefruit Slices safe in this soft drink?
Good
Grapefruit Slices is used here as flavor. Grapefruit slices provide visual appeal and additional flavor, enhancing the overall experience.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: tranches de pamplemousse
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 4095600
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