Is Mike's Hot Honey Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Blue Diamond
Mike's Hot Honey is a food from Blue Diamond. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Silicon Dioxide.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes cane sugar and maltodextrin, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. Natural flavors and yeast extract also contribute to the moderate rating due to their ambiguous nature.
Main concern
Cane sugar and sugar are refined sweeteners that may raise 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 chili pepper and habanero chili pepper, which provide natural heat and flavor.
- Apple cider vinegar powder adds a tangy note, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Concerns
- Cane sugar and sugar are refined sweeteners that may raise concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Natural flavors and yeast extract lack transparency, potentially indicating processed components.
Who should avoid this product?
This food may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this food so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Almonds safe in this food?
Good
Almonds is used here as base. Almonds are a nutritious base ingredient, providing healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: almonds
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Is Hot Honey Seasoning safe in this food?
Medium
Hot Honey Seasoning is used here as flavor. This seasoning likely contains various spices and flavorings, which enhance the product's taste but may include processed components.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: hot honey seasoning
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Is Cane Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Cane Sugar is used here as sweetener. Cane sugar is a refined sweetener that contributes to the sweetness of the product, raising concerns about high sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cane sugar
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Is Honey Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Honey Powder is used here as sweetener. Honey powder provides sweetness and flavor but is a processed form of honey, which may reduce its natural benefits.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: honey powder
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. The presence of additional sugar indicates a high sweetness level, which may not be ideal for all consumers.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness, contributing positively to the overall taste of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this food?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors can enhance taste but lack transparency regarding their specific composition, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavors
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Is Apple Cider Vinegar Powder safe in this food?
Good
Apple Cider Vinegar Powder is used here as flavor. This ingredient adds acidity and flavor complexity, contributing positively to the product's overall profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: apple cider vinegar powder
Read the full ingredient profile for Apple Cider Vinegar Powder
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this food?
Medium
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate used for texture but may raise concerns due to its high glycemic index.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maltodextrin
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Is Chili Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Chili Pepper is used here as flavor. Chili pepper provides natural heat and flavor, enhancing the product's spiciness and overall appeal.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: chili pepper
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this food?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract adds umami flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not be suitable for all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: yeast extract
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Is Habanero Chili Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Habanero Chili Pepper is used here as flavor. Habanero chili pepper contributes significant heat and flavor, enhancing the product's spiciness and complexity.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: habanero chili pepper
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Is Paprika Extract safe in this food?
Good
Paprika Extract is used here as colorant. Paprika extract provides natural color and flavor, contributing positively to the product's visual appeal and taste.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: paprika extract
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Is Oleoresin safe in this food?
Medium
Oleoresin is used here as flavor. Oleoresin is a concentrated extract that enhances flavor but may raise concerns about processing and ingredient transparency.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: oleoresin
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Is Silicon Dioxide safe in this food?
Bad
Silicon Dioxide is used here as anti-caking agent. Silicon dioxide is a synthetic anti-caking agent that raises concerns about the use of additives in food products.
Role in formula: anti-caking agent
Original: silicon dioxide
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: 3206225
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Allergens detected: almonds
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