Is Latte Espresso Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Barissimo
Barissimo's Latte Espresso is reviewed here as a soft drink. 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 Sodium Carbonate, Carrageenan.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes skim milk and Arabica coffee, but also contains sugar and carrageenan, which raises concerns about processed ingredients and additives.
Main concern
Carrageenan is a thickener that may raise safety concerns due to potential digestive issues.
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
- Skim milk provides a lower fat option, contributing to a lighter beverage.
- Arabica coffee is known for its quality and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Concerns
- Carrageenan is a thickener that may raise safety concerns due to potential digestive issues.
- Sugar is present, which contributes to the overall sweetness but raises concerns about processed ingredients.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
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 Skim Milk safe in this soft drink?
Good
Skim Milk is used here as base. Skim milk serves as the primary base, providing a creamy texture with reduced fat content, making it a lighter choice.
Role in formula: base
Original: fettarme Milch
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Is Arabica Coffee safe in this soft drink?
Good
Arabica Coffee is used here as flavor. Arabica coffee is included for its rich flavor and aroma, contributing positively to the beverage's overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Arabica-Kaffee
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Is Sugar safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar adds sweetness to the drink, but its presence raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Sodium Carbonate safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Sodium Carbonate is used here as buffer. Sodium carbonate is used to regulate acidity but is a synthetic ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: Natriumcarbonate
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Is Carrageenan safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Carrageenan is used here as stabilizer. Carrageenan is a thickening agent that can cause digestive issues in some individuals, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: Carrageen
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Is Caffeine safe in this soft drink?
Good
Caffeine is used here as flavor. Caffeine is naturally present in coffee, providing the characteristic stimulating effect associated with coffee beverages.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Koffein 52 mg/100ml
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: 3853455
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