Is Coffee Liqueur Balls Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Eza
Eza's Coffee Liqueur Balls is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Alcohol.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and cornflakes, alongside natural components like hazelnut paste and honey. The presence of alcohol and artificial flavors raises quality concerns.
Main concern
High sugar content from raw cane sugar and beet sugar raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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 natural ingredients like hazelnut paste and honey, contributing positively to flavor and texture.
- Includes cocoa solids (minimum 33%) in the chocolate, indicating a decent quality chocolate base.
Concerns
- High sugar content from raw cane sugar and beet sugar raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Contains alcohol and artificial flavors, which may not appeal to all consumers and indicate a more processed product.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dessert, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Milk Chocolate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Milk Chocolate is used here as base. Milk chocolate provides a sweet and creamy base for the product, but its high sugar content raises concerns about overall sweetness.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vollmilchschokolade
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Is Raw Cane Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Raw Cane Sugar is used here as sweetener. Raw cane sugar is a common sweetener that adds sweetness but contributes to high sugar levels in the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Rohrohrzucker
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder adds creaminess and richness to the chocolate, enhancing the overall flavor profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vollmilchpulver
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a natural fat that contributes to the smooth texture of the chocolate, indicating a quality ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaobutter
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass provides the chocolate flavor and is a key component in chocolate production, indicating quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaomasse
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Is Hazelnut Paste safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnut Paste is used here as natural_extract. Hazelnut paste adds a rich, nutty flavor and contributes positively to the product's texture and taste.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Haselnusspaste
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Is Vanilla Extract safe in this dessert?
Good
Vanilla Extract is used here as flavor. Vanilla extract enhances the flavor profile of the chocolate, providing a natural sweetness and aroma.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Vanilleextrakt
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Is Beet Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Beet Sugar is used here as sweetener. Beet sugar is another source of sweetness, contributing to the overall sugar content and raising concerns about sweetness levels.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Rübenzucker
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Is Coffee Liqueur safe in this dessert?
Medium
Coffee Liqueur is used here as flavor. Coffee liqueur adds a distinct coffee flavor but also introduces alcohol, which may not be suitable for all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Kaffeelikör
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Is Alcohol safe in this dessert?
Bad
Alcohol is used here as flavor. Alcohol is present in the product, which may limit its appeal to certain consumers and indicates a more processed nature.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Alkohol
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Is Lactose safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lactose is used here as base. Lactose is a natural sugar found in milk, contributing to the sweetness but may pose issues for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: Laktose
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Is Hazelnut And Almond Pieces safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnut And Almond Pieces is used here as natural_extract. Hazelnut and almond pieces add texture and flavor, enhancing the overall quality of the confection.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Haselnuss - und Mandelstücke
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Is Cornflakes safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cornflakes is used here as base. Cornflakes provide crunch and texture but are processed and contribute to the overall carbohydrate content.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cornflakes (Mais, Zucker, Salz, Gerstenmalz)
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Is Gum Arabic safe in this dessert?
Medium
Gum Arabic is used here as thickener. Gum arabic is used as a thickening agent, which can improve texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Verdickungsmittel: Gummi Arabicum
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Is Honey safe in this dessert?
Good
Honey is used here as sweetener. Honey is a natural sweetener that adds flavor and moisture, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Honig
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor enhances the overall taste but may be derived from various sources, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Aroma
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: 4243032
More from this brand: Eza products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: hazelnut , almond , milk
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