Is Calvé Whisky Cocktail Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Calvé
Calvé Whisky Cocktail is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Calvé. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Modified Starch, Glucose Syrup, Emulsifier E476 affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified starch and glucose syrup, which raise quality concerns. The presence of preservatives and artificial flavors further indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
Modified starch is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality.
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 tomato (33%), a natural ingredient that adds flavor and color.
- Includes mustard (2%), which can enhance taste and provide a unique flavor profile.
- Whisky (0.5%) adds a distinct flavor, contributing to the cocktail's character.
- Uses antioxidant E385, which helps maintain product freshness.
Concerns
- Modified starch is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality.
- Glucose syrup is a sweetener that can contribute to excessive sugar intake.
- Preservative E200 is synthetic and indicates a longer shelf life but raises quality concerns.
- Natural flavor contains milk and barley, which may pose allergen risks.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.
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Is Tomato safe in this food?
Good
Tomato is used here as base. Tomato is a natural ingredient that provides flavor and color to the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Tomaat
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a primary solvent in the product, ensuring proper consistency.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as emulsifier. Rapeseed oil is a common emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is processed.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: raapzaadolie
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Is Vinegar safe in this food?
Good
Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Vinegar adds acidity and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: azijn
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that can contribute to overall sweetness but raises health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: suiker
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Is Modified Starch safe in this food?
Bad
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about quality and health.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: gemodificeerd zetmeel
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this food?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that can lead to excessive sugar consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glucosestroop
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Is Mustard safe in this food?
Good
Mustard is used here as flavor. Mustard adds a unique flavor and is a natural ingredient in the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: mosterd
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this food?
Medium
Egg Yolk is used here as emulsifier. Egg yolk acts as an emulsifier, providing texture but may raise allergen concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: EIGEEL
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is a common ingredient in many food products.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: zout
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Is Worcestershire Sauce safe in this food?
Medium
Worcestershire Sauce is used here as flavor. Worcestershire sauce adds depth of flavor but contains several processed ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: worcestersaus
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Is Whisky safe in this food?
Good
Whisky is used here as flavor. Whisky contributes a distinct flavor to the cocktail, enhancing its character.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: whisky
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Is Emulsifier E476 safe in this food?
Bad
Emulsifier E476 is used here as emulsifier. E476 is a synthetic emulsifier that raises concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgator E476
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Is Paprika safe in this food?
Good
Paprika is used here as colorant. Paprika adds color and flavor, enhancing the visual appeal of the product.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: paprika
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Is Preservative E200 safe in this food?
Bad
Preservative E200 is used here as preservative. E200 is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about the product's quality.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: conserveermiddel E200
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this food?
Bad
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor may contain allergens and is often processed, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natuurlijk aroma
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Is Antioxidant E385 safe in this food?
Medium
Antioxidant E385 is used here as antioxidant. E385 is an antioxidant that helps maintain freshness but is a synthetic additive.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: antioxidant E385
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Is Paprika Extract safe in this food?
Good
Paprika Extract is used here as colorant. Paprika extract is a natural colorant that enhances the product's appearance.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: paprika extract
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: 4222005
More from this brand: Calvé products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: milk , egg , barley , fish
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