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Dunkin Donuts
Flavor:
Hot Latte (w/ Coconut Milk)
Ingredients:
Coconutmilk: Coconutmilk (Filtered Water, Coconut Cream), Vitamin and Mineral Blend (Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin E Acetate, Vitamin A Palmitate, Vitamin D2, Vitamin B12), Dipotassium Phosphate, Sea Salt, Sunflower Lecithin, Locust Bean Gum, Gellan Gum, Ascorbic Acid (To Protect Freshness), Natural Flavor; Brewed Espresso Coffee.
Rating: Not Clean
- 2 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 2/5 green leaves, the Dunkin Donuts Hot Latte made with coconut milk is a product that has room for improvement in terms of its commitment to cleaner, healthier ingredients. The non-organic nature of the latte, along with the presence of non-GMO components, detracts from its potential to be a better choice for health-conscious consumers. The inclusion of additives such as natural flavor and gellan gum, coupled with the use of palm-derived ingredients, further diminish the product’s standing on the clean eating scale.
The coconut milk base of the latte, which includes a blend of filtered water and coconut cream, is fortified with vitamins and minerals. However, the benefits of this vitamin and mineral blend are overshadowed by the presence of dipotassium phosphate, sunflower lecithin, locust bean gum, and ascorbic acid. These additives are common in many processed foods but are often viewed with skepticism by those seeking purer, less processed options.
Moreover, the use of palm-based ingredients raises concerns. Palm oil production is linked to environmental issues such as deforestation and habitat destruction, and its inclusion in this beverage is a factor that weighs heavily against the product’s green credentials.
The Dunkin Donuts Hot Latte with coconut milk also contains brewed espresso coffee, which is a staple ingredient in lattes. However, the consideration of the coffee’s origin, whether it is fair trade or sustainably sourced, is not addressed here and could be a decisive factor for consumers who prioritize ethical and environmental considerations in their food choices.
The product, as it stands, falls short of expectations for those seeking out truly clean and environmentally friendly food options. The score of 2/5 green leaves reflects this gap between what is offered and what could be achieved with a dedication to cleaner, more responsible ingredient sourcing and product formulation. There is potential for Dunkin Donuts to reformulate this product to align better with the values of health and sustainability.
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