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Is Protein - Cold Brew Coffee Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Koia

This page reviews Protein - Cold Brew Coffee by Koia as a soft drink. Its current score is 70/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The composition includes a mix of proteins and fibers, but also contains organic cane sugar and natural flavors, raising concerns about added sugars and processing. This results in a moderate rating.

70 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 70

The composition includes a mix of proteins and fibers, but also contains organic cane sugar and natural flavors, raising concerns about added sugars and processing. This results in a moderate rating.

Main concern

Organic cane sugar adds sweetness but increases the sugar content, which may be a concern for some consumers.

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

  • Almond milk provides a dairy-free base, contributing to a lighter texture and flavor.
  • The proprietary protein blend includes plant-based proteins, offering a good source of protein for a beverage.
  • Prebiotic fiber blend from agave and chicory root supports digestive health.
  • Monk fruit extract serves as a natural sweetener, reducing the need for refined sugars.

Concerns

  • Organic cane sugar adds sweetness but increases the sugar content, which may be a concern for some consumers.
  • Natural flavors are included, which can be vague and may involve processing that some consumers prefer to avoid.
  • Sunflower lecithin is an emulsifier that, while generally safe, indicates some level of processing.
  • Gellan gum and locust bean gum are thickeners that may raise concerns about additives in the beverage.

Who should avoid this product?

You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this soft drink and why it matters.

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: 3480528

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Allergens detected: almonds

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Frequently asked questions

This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Almond milk provides a dairy-free base, contributing to a lighter texture and flavor.; The proprietary protein blend includes plant-based proteins, offering a good source of protein for a beverage.; Prebiotic fiber blend from agave and chicory root supports digestive health.. See the Pros section above.
Koia — Protein - Cold Brew Coffee has a Zerotox score of 70 / 100 among soft drink products. See the full breakdown above.
Yes. Koia — Protein - Cold Brew Coffee has a Zerotox score of 70 / 100. See clean products and high-rated products for more. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Organic cane sugar adds sweetness but increases the sugar content, which may be a concern for some consumers.; Natural flavors are included, which can be vague and may involve processing that some consumers prefer to avoid.; Sunflower lecithin is an emulsifier that, while generally safe, indicates some level of processing.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
We detected: almonds. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Koia — Protein - Cold Brew Coffee has a Zerotox safety score of 70 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Zerotox scores are based on ingredients. See the full breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
The composition includes a mix of proteins and fibers, but also contains organic cane sugar and natural flavors, raising concerns about added sugars and processing. This results in a moderate rating. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: filtered water, almonds, brown rice protein. See the Ingredients section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.

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