How we scored this
PureScore is the stored composite of ingredient safety (40%), formulation quality (30%), contaminant risk (20%) and label transparency (10%). This label matched 7 of 7 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Chilled espresso beverage
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Flagged concerns
natural flavor
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
carrageenan
Intestinal inflammation; may exacerbate IBS; degraded form is carcinogenic.
sugar
High glycemic index; promotes inflammation and metabolic disease.
Full ingredient list
Reduced - fat milk, brewed starbucks espresso coffee (water, coffee), sugar, natural flavor, cocoa, carrageenan, ascorbic acid (to protect flavor).
Ingredient analysis
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