Baskin Robbins

Awarded a 1/5 green leaf rating, the Baskin Robbins Lemon Sorbet is marked by its lack of organic certification and the inclusion of ingredients that raise health concerns. The product is not crafted from organic components, which contributes to its low score. Additionally, the presence of genetically modified (GMO) ingredients further detracts from its overall rating.

The sorbet’s formulation includes added sugars, specifically sugar and citric acid, which are detrimental to its score. More concerning is the use of corn syrup, a sweetener that is often heavily processed and considered less healthy than natural sweeteners. This ingredient alone has a significant impact on the product’s rating.

Potentially harmful additives, such as ‘Natural Flavors’, are also present in the sorbet. While the term ‘natural flavors’ may seem benign, it is a broad category that can include a variety of substances, some of which may not align with cleaner food standards. This ambiguity contributes to the product’s low score.

The product’s use of colorants, in this case, beta carotene for color, is less concerning but still noteworthy for those seeking the cleanest food options. The inclusion of stabilizers such as locust bean gum, modified cellulose, and guar gum is common in frozen desserts to improve texture and consistency, yet these too are viewed less favorably compared to whole food ingredients.

The Baskin Robbins Lemon Sorbet garners the lowest rating on our scale due to these factors. This assessment aims to guide consumers towards cleaner, healthier food choices by highlighting the presence of non-organic, GMO, and potentially harmful additives in food products. The sorbet’s composition, dominated by non-organic and GMO ingredients, along with added sugars and ambiguous additives, positions it as a choice to avoid for those seeking the healthiest options in their frozen treats.