Why is Double Concentrate Apple & Blackcurrant Squash No Added Sugar classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is made from reconstituted fruit‑juice concentrate and includes numerous industrial ingredients such as citric acid (E330), malic acid (E296), natural colour anthocyanins (E163), sodium citrate, potassium sorbate (E202), sodium metabisulphite (E223), cellulose gum (E466), acesulfame‑K (E950) and sucralose (E955), which together place it in the NOVA 4 ultra‑processed group.

How does the sugar and salt content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 2.4 g of sugar and 0.25 g of salt per 100 ml, the drink is low in both nutrients, making it more suitable than sugary sodas for diabetes and hypertension, but the presence of non‑nutritive sweeteners means it should still be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Is the apple ingredient in this squash a concern for individuals with an apple allergy?

Yes, apple juice accounts for 18 % of the beverage and the product is labelled with an apple allergen, so anyone allergic to apple should avoid it.

Robinsons • 1.75L

Double Concentrate Apple & Blackcurrant Squash No Added Sugar

Beverages

Product Insights

Double Concentrate Apple & Blackcurrant Squash No Added Sugar is a plant‑based, fruit‑derived drink sold in a 1.75 L PET bottle and classified within the PNNS groups ‘Beverages’ and ‘Artificially sweetened beverages’. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and falls into the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category, offering low fat, low saturated fat and low salt but containing artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose) together with several preservatives, acids and a natural colour. While the sugar content is low at 2.4 g per 100 ml and no sugar is added, the abundance of additives and its ultra‑processed nature limit its overall nutritional quality.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal18 kcal

Fat0 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates2.4 g

Sugars2.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average fruit‑based beverage, this squash contains about half the sugar (2.4 g vs 5.7 g per 100 ml) and markedly lower fat, saturated fat and salt.

Ingredients

water, fruit juices from concentrate (apple 18%, blackcurrant 2%), acids (citric acid, malic acid), natural colour (anthocyanins), natural flavouring, acidity regulator (sodium citrate), sweeteners (acesulfame k, sucralose), preservatives potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite), stabiliser (cellulose gum),

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