Why is Bebida energética Zero classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The drink is labeled NOVA 4 because its ingredient list is dominated by industrial substances such as carbonated water, citric acid, sodium citrate, magnesium carbonate, taurine, caffeine, added vitamins and a range of artificial additives including colourant E‑150a, riboflavin (E‑101), sweeteners acesulfame K (E‑950) and aspartame (E‑951), as well as other processing aids.

Based on its formulation, is this drink suitable for vegan, keto or gluten‑free diets?

All listed ingredients are plant‑based or mineral, so the product is compatible with vegan, keto and gluten‑free diets; however, it does contain artificial sweeteners and colourants that some consumers choose to avoid.

Does the presence of aspartame make this product unsuitable for individuals with phenylalanine intolerance?

Yes, the drink contains aspartame, which breaks down into phenylalanine; people with phenylketonuria or other phenylalanine sensitivities should avoid it.

Hacendado • 25 cl

Bebida energética Zero

Beverages

Product Insights

Zero energy drink from Hacendado, sold at Mercadona in a 250 ml bottle, belongs to the artificially sweetened beverages family. It delivers virtually no calories, sugars, fat or protein, but provides 0.15 g of salt, caffeine, taurine and added vitamins per 100 ml, and carries a Nutri‑Score of C and a NOVA 4 classification due to several artificial additives. While it offers a low‑calorie energy boost, its high level of processing and inclusion of artificial sweeteners, colourants and a phenylalanine source may be a drawback for health‑conscious consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal2 kcal

Fat0 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates0 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average energy drink, this zero‑calorie beverage contains no sugars, virtually no fat, and only 0.15 g of salt per 100 ml, delivering about 2 kcal versus the category average of roughly 70 kcal.

Ingredients

Agua carbonatada, acidulante: ácido cítrico, taurina (0,4%), correctores de acidez: citratos de sodio, carbonatos de magnesio, aromas, colorantes: E-150a, E-101, edulcorantes: E-950, E-951, cafeína (0,03%), vitaminas: niacina, ácido pantoténico, B6, B12. Contiene aspartamo (una fuente de fenilalanina).

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