Dunkin Donuts

This Dunkin Donuts Iced Macchiato earns a 2/5 green leaf rating. The drink is a blend of coconut milk and brewed espresso coffee. The coconut milk is composed of filtered water, coconut cream, and an array of vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin E, A, D2, and B12. It also contains additives like Dipotassium Phosphate, Sea Salt, Sunflower Lecithin, Locust Bean Gum, Gellan Gum, and Ascorbic Acid to maintain freshness. A natural flavor is added to the mix, though the specific composition of this flavor is not disclosed.

The product is not organic, which detracts from its clean food status. The use of non-GMO ingredients is not verified, further impacting the score. The presence of additives such as natural flavor and Gellan Gum raises concerns due to their potential health implications, leading to a deduction in the overall rating. Additionally, the mention of palm in the scoring criteria suggests the presence of palm-derived ingredients, which is controversial due to environmental and health considerations.

The product’s composition reflects a need for improvement to align with cleaner food standards. The absence of organic certification and non-GMO verification are significant shortcomings. The inclusion of unspecified natural flavors and additives commonly scrutinized for their health effects suggests the product strays from the ideal of clean eating. The environmental impact of palm oil production is well-documented, and its inclusion, whether directly or indirectly, is a critical factor in evaluating the product’s cleanliness.

This Dunkin Donuts Iced Macchiato, with its current formulation, does not meet the higher standards set for cleaner, healthier food options. There is room for reformulation to enhance its healthfulness and environmental sustainability, which would be necessary for it to achieve a higher green leaf rating.