Why is Sirop de violette classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The syrup is made from refined sugar, water, citric acid, natural violet flavor, elderberry concentrate and a black food colour; the refined sugar and the added colour (E151) and acid (E330) are typical of ultra‑processed foods, which places the product in NOVA group 4.

How does the high sugar content in Sirop de violette affect a diabetic diet?

With about 78 g of sugar per 100 g, the syrup can cause rapid spikes in blood glucose, making it unsuitable for people managing diabetes unless used in very small portions and accounted for within the total carbohydrate allowance.

Is Sirop de violette suitable for vegan, keto, or gluten‑free diets?

The ingredient list does not contain animal‑derived components or gluten, but the refined sugar may be processed with bone char, leading to an uncertain vegan status; the very high sugar level makes it incompatible with keto diets, while it can be consumed on a gluten‑free regimen in limited amounts.

La maison guiot • 700ml

Sirop de violette

Beverages

Product Insights

Sirop de violette is a sweetened beverage syrup classified in the PNNS group of beverages and sweetened beverages. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is placed in NOVA group 4, reflecting its high sugar content (77.8 g per 100 g) and the presence of additives such as citric acid (E330) and black brilliant (E151). Produced in France, the syrup offers a natural violet flavor but provides little nutritional benefit beyond sugars, with negligible fat, protein, fiber, and salt.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal315 kcal

Fat0 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates77.8 g

Sugars77.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweetened beverage, this violet syrup contains roughly five times more sugar (77.8 g vs 15.7 g per 100 g) while contributing virtually no fat or salt.

Ingredients

Sucre, eau, acidifiant : acide citrique, arôme naturel de violette, jus concentré de sureau, colorant : noir brillant BN.

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