Recess
Flavor:
Grapefruit “Paloma”
Ingredients:
Filtered Water, Paloma Tea Infusion (Filtered Water, Lemongrass*, Ginger*, Orange Peel*), Red Rio GrapeFruit Juice Concentrate, Agave*, Natural Flavors, Pear Juice Concentrate, Lemon Juice Concentrate, Citric Acid, Guayusa Extract, L-Theanine Powder, Lemon Balm Powder, *organic Ingredients
Rating: Average
- 3 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 3 out of 5 green leaves, the Recess Grapefruit “Paloma” positions itself as a mid-range option for those seeking cleaner food products. This beverage combines ingredients like organic lemongrass, ginger, and orange peel with grapefruit juice concentrate and other elements to create a paloma tea infusion. While the use of organic components is a positive aspect, the product does not fully commit to organic certification, resulting in a deduction in its overall green leaf rating.
The inclusion of non-organic ingredients and the absence of a non-GMO certification also detract from the product’s potential for a higher rating. Citric acid, which the scoring system equates with added sugars, further lowers the score. This is because added sugars, even in the form of concentrates or acids, are often viewed with caution by those prioritizing clean eating.
The presence of ‘natural flavors’ in the ingredient list leads to significant points being subtracted. The term ‘natural flavors’ is broad and can mask a variety of substances, which may not align with the ethos of transparency and healthfulness that the website advocates. Similarly, the term ‘flavor’ without clear definition raises questions about the source and composition of these additives.
The Recess Grapefruit “Paloma” does include beneficial ingredients like guayusa extract, L-theanine powder, and lemon balm powder, which are known for their natural properties that may contribute to wellness. However, these positives are balanced against the considerations regarding organic certification, GMO usage, and added sugars.
This product occupies a middle ground. It offers some clean ingredients and beneficial elements, but it also carries attributes that do not fully align with the highest standards of clean eating. The 3 out of 5 green leaves rating reflects this balance, acknowledging both its merits and the areas where it does not meet the stringent criteria set for cleaner food options.
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