10/13 ingredients recognized
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 10 of 13 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Sparkling Soda Water Black Cherry Citrus Original
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Flagged concerns
aspartame
IARC classifies as possibly carcinogenic; neurological effects reported; not for phenylketonurics.
artificial flavors
Catch-all for synthetic flavor chemicals; regulatory threshold does not address cumulative exposure
acesulfame potassium
Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.
Full ingredient list
carbonated water, citric acid, natural and artificial flavors, potassium citrate, concentrated grapefruit juice, aspartame, acacia gum, potassium benzoate, acesulfame potassium, glycerol ester of rosin, calcium disodium EDTA, carob bean gum
Ingredient analysis
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