Angostura Aromatic Bitters — DUMP

Munch or Dump rates Angostura Aromatic Bitters by Angostura DUMP — score 20/90.

Alcohol is the primary health concern here — this is 44.7% ABV ethanol, a Group 1 carcinogen and empty calories, dressed up with added sugar and caramel color.

Why this verdict

• 44.7% ABV — ethanol is the main ingredient and a Group 1 carcinogen
• Added sugar piggybacks on the alcohol
• E150a caramel coloring is a purely cosmetic industrial additive
• NOVA 4 ultra-processed despite the 'natural' framing

Ingredients (5)

• Alcohol (ethanol, 44.7% ABV) (harmful) — High-proof ethanol — empty calories and a recognized Group 1 carcinogen; the dominant health factor in this product.
• Water (safe) — Dilutes the vinegar to a usable acidity. Inert.
• Natural flavors (aromatic herbs and spices) (moderate) — Botanical flavor extracts; vague catch-all term but not a major concern at dash-sized doses.
• Sugar (concerning) — Second ingredient and the dominant nutritional driver; added sugar in liquid form spikes blood glucose and adds empty calories.
• Caramel color E150a (moderate) — Industrial caramel coloring added purely for appearance; a hallmark of ultra-processing.