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Is Red Rhubarb Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Somersby

Somersby's Red Rhubarb 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 E150c, Carmine.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes apple wine and sugar, with artificial colors like E150c and carmine. These synthetic additives raise quality concerns, impacting the overall rating.

Main concern

Sugar is present, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.

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 apple wine (51%), providing a natural fruit base that contributes to flavor.
  • Includes apple juice from concentrate (4%), adding a fruit-derived sweetness.
  • Carbonated water enhances the refreshing quality of the drink.
  • Natural lemon juice concentrate adds a citrus note, improving taste.

Concerns

  • Sugar is present, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
  • Artificial colorants like E150c and carmine may indicate a highly processed composition.
  • Citric acid as an acidulant can raise concerns about synthetic additives.
  • Natural flavoring may lack transparency regarding its specific components.

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 soft drink, not just listed as a raw label.

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: 3877470

More from this brand: Somersby products in Zerotox

Similar products: soft_drink in Zerotox database

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Frequently asked questions

Our analysis notes: Contains apple wine (51%), providing a natural fruit base that contributes to flavor.; Includes apple juice from concentrate (4%), adding a fruit-derived sweetness.; Carbonated water enhances the refreshing quality of the drink.. See the Pros section above.
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Yes. Our analysis indicates fragrance or parfum. This can irritate sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section.
Somersby — Red Rhubarb has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Somersby products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Somersby — Red Rhubarb has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 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.
Somersby — Red Rhubarb has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among soft drink products. See the full breakdown above.
The composition includes apple wine and sugar, with artificial colors like E150c and carmine. These synthetic additives raise quality concerns, impacting the overall 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: apple wine, water, apple juice from concentrate. See the Ingredients section above.
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.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.

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