Why is the Cocktail classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It contains multiple industrial ingredients such as monosodium glutamate, disodium 5′‑ribonucleotides, citric acid, ascorbic acid and added sulfites, which are typical of ultra‑processed foods, placing it in NOVA 4.

How does the salt content in this product affect a hypertensive diet?

With 3.5 g of salt per 100 g, it exceeds the average for salty snacks and can significantly contribute to daily sodium intake, so it should be limited or avoided by people managing high blood pressure.

Is the presence of sulfites in the Cocktail a concern for people with sulfite sensitivity?

Yes; the product lists sulfites in the pickles and onions, and individuals who are allergic or sensitive to sulfites may experience reactions and should avoid it.

Baresa • 400 g

Cocktail

Salty Snacks

Product Insights

Cocktail is a 400 g jar of mixed olives and pickled vegetables marketed as an olive cocktail. It belongs to the salty snacks group, carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified as an ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) product due to the presence of flavor enhancers, citric acid, ascorbic acid and sulfites. Nutritionally it offers moderate fat (13 g), low sugar, higher than average salt (3.5 g per 100 g) and limited protein, making it high in sodium but low in calories.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal128 kcal

Fat13 g

Saturated Fat2 g

Carbohydrates0 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average salty snack, this olive cocktail contains less fat, saturated fat, sugar and calories, but its salt level is notably higher and protein is lower.

Ingredients

ES Cóctel de aceitunas. Ingredientes: agua, aceitunas y encurtidos en proporción variable (aceituna verde entera, pepinillo [contiene sulfitos], cebollita [contiene sulfitos], aceituna negra entera), sal, plantas aromáticas, potenciadores del sabor: glutamato de monosodio, 5'-ribonucleótidos de disodio; acidulante: ácido citrico; antioxidante: ácido ascórbico. Puede contener trazas d frutos de cáscara, pescado, crustáceos, leche y mostaza. LODE Valor energético Información nutricional/100 g* Peso neto: Grasas 527 kJ/

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