Date juice
What is Date juice?
Date juice is a liquid sweetener made from the fruit of the date palm tree. The dates are typically pitted, then mashed and pressed to extract their natural sugars and moisture, creating a thick, syrupy liquid.
Is Date juice vegan?
Date juice is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Date juice a major allergen?
Date juice is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Date juice used for?
Manufacturers use date juice primarily as a natural sweetener and flavour enhancer in a variety of food products.
Is Date juice safe?
Date juice is not regulated as a food additive in the UK and therefore does not have an E-number.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use date juice primarily as a natural sweetener and flavour enhancer in a variety of food products. Its rich, caramel-like flavour makes it a popular choice for mueslis, breakfast cereals, and baked goods, where it can also contribute to moisture and colour.
Health notes
Date juice is not regulated as a food additive in the UK and therefore does not have an E-number. It is a source of natural sugars, and like all sugars, excessive consumption can contribute to increased calorie intake. The UK's Eatwell Guide advises limiting free sugars to no more than 5% of daily energy intake. Date juice is a source of fibre and some minerals, but these are present in relatively small amounts.
Allergen info
Date juice is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. Not a major allergen.
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