8/11 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 8 of 11 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Chaparritas, Non-Carbonated Pasteurized Beverage, Grape
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Flagged concerns
artificial colors fd&c red no 40
Broad catch-all for synthetic dyes; ADHD links; potential carcinogens.
caramel color
Ammonia-process caramel coloring; may contain 4-MEI; ultra-processed marker.
sucralose
May alter gut microbiome; studies show possible DNA damage at high doses.
cane sugar
High glycemic index; promotes inflammation and metabolic disease.
sodium benzoate
Combines with vitamin C to form benzene (carcinogen); linked to ADHD in children.
Full ingredient list
Purified water, cane sugar, caramel color, citric acid, artificial grape flavor, artificial colors fd&c red no. 40 and fd&c blue no. 1, vitamic c, sucralose, sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate (as preservatives).
Ingredient analysis
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