OLIPOP Vintage Cola — TREAT

Munch or Dump rates OLIPOP Vintage Cola by OLIPOP TREAT — score 45/90.

Natural ingredients with prebiotic fibers but includes processed elements like natural flavors and caramel color. Low-risk beverage, though some claims of health benefits may be overstated.

Why this verdict

• NOVA 4 — ultra-processed industrial formulation
• Includes natural flavors
• Processed element: caramel color
• Prebiotic fibers present

Ingredients (32)

• Carbonated Water (safe) — Primary base of most sodas and carbonated drinks.
• Carbonated Water (safe) — Primary base of most sodas and carbonated drinks.
• Cassava Root Fiber (safe) — A source of dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Cassava Root Fiber (safe) — A source of dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.
• chicory root inulin (safe) — Prebiotic fiber supporting gut health.
• chicory root inulin (safe) — Prebiotic fiber supporting gut health.
• jerusalem artichoke inulin (safe) — A prebiotic fiber that supports beneficial bacteria in the gut.
• jerusalem artichoke inulin (safe) — A prebiotic fiber that supports beneficial bacteria in the gut.
• nopal cactus (safe) — Provides dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
• nopal cactus (safe) — Provides dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
• marshmallow root (safe) — Traditionally used for its soothing properties on digestion.
• marshmallow root (safe) — Traditionally used for its soothing properties on digestion.
• calendula flower (safe) — Used for potential calming effects on the digestive system.
• calendula flower (safe) — Used for potential calming effects on the digestive system.
• kudzu root (safe) — Contains antioxidants; traditionally used for health benefits.
• kudzu root (safe) — Contains antioxidants; traditionally used for health benefits.
• cassava root syrup (safe) — Natural sweetener derived from cassava root.
• cassava root syrup (safe) — Natural sweetener derived from cassava root.
• APPLE JUICE CONCENTRATE (moderate) — Used for sweetness and flavor; not high in nutrients.
• APPLE JUICE CONCENTRATE (moderate) — Used for sweetness and flavor; not high in nutrients.
• Stevia leaf extract (safe) — Natural sweetener with no calories.
• Stevia leaf extract (safe) — Natural sweetener with no calories.
• Natural Flavors (moderate) — Adds to potential flavor complexity, but lacks transparency.
• Natural Flavors (moderate) — Adds to potential flavor complexity, but lacks transparency.
• caramel color (moderate) — Used for coloration; controversy exists over its processing.
• caramel color (moderate) — Used for coloration; controversy exists over its processing.
• green tea caffeine (safe) — Provides a source of caffeine, often linked to increased alertness.
• green tea caffeine (safe) — Provides a source of caffeine, often linked to increased alertness.
• Himalayan Pink Salt (safe) — Used for flavor; contains trace minerals.
• Himalayan Pink Salt (safe) — Used for flavor; contains trace minerals.
• Lime Juice Concentrate (safe) — Adds natural tartness and subtle flavor.
• Lime Juice Concentrate (safe) — Adds natural tartness and subtle flavor.

Healthier alternatives

• sparkling water lime
• LEMON FLAVORED SELTZER WATER, LEMON
• Zero Sugar Clearly Canadian
• San Pellegrino Sparkling Natural Mineral Water
• S. Pellegrino Water