Is Cold Brew Cocoa & Honey Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Barissimo Coffee
Cold Brew Cocoa & Honey is one of the soft drink products analyzed by Zerotox for Barissimo Coffee. 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 Sugar, Potassium Carbonate affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes cold brew coffee and skim milk, but also contains sugar and cream, which raise concerns about added sugars and dairy processing. The presence of potassium carbonate and sea salt indicates some processing.
Main concern
Sugar is present, which raises concerns about added sugars in the beverage.
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
- Cold brew coffee is a natural beverage that offers a smooth flavor profile without bitterness.
- Skim milk provides a creamy texture while reducing fat content compared to whole milk.
Concerns
- Sugar is present, which raises concerns about added sugars in the beverage.
- Cream adds to the dairy content, which may not be suitable for those avoiding dairy.
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 soft drink.
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Is Water safe in this soft drink?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is the primary ingredient, serving as a solvent for the coffee extraction process. It is essential for hydration and does not raise safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: WATER
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Is Coffee safe in this soft drink?
Good
Coffee is used here as base. Coffee is a natural ingredient that provides flavor and caffeine. It is minimally processed and generally considered safe.
Role in formula: base
Original: COFFEE
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Is Skim Milk safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Skim Milk is used here as base. Skim milk is a dairy product with reduced fat content. While it adds creaminess, it may not be suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: SKIM MILK
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Is Sugar safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is an added sweetener that can contribute to excessive calorie intake and health concerns when consumed in large amounts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: SUGAR
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Is Cream safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Cream is used here as base. Cream adds richness and flavor but increases the dairy content, which may not be suitable for those avoiding dairy products.
Role in formula: base
Original: CREAM
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Is Cocoa safe in this soft drink?
Good
Cocoa is used here as flavor. Cocoa is a natural flavoring agent that adds a rich chocolate taste. It is minimally processed and generally safe.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: COCOA
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Is Potassium Carbonate safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Potassium Carbonate is used here as buffer. Potassium carbonate is a synthetic compound used to adjust acidity. Its presence raises concerns about synthetic additives in the beverage.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: POTASSIUM CARBONATE
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Is Sea Salt safe in this soft drink?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt is a natural mineral that enhances flavor. It is generally safe and adds a savory note to the beverage.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SEA SALT
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Is Honey safe in this soft drink?
Good
Honey is used here as sweetener. Honey is a natural sweetener that adds flavor and may have some beneficial properties. It is less processed than refined sugars.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: HONEY
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: 3869740
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Allergens detected: milk
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