Hertog Jan Pilsener

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Is Hertog Jan Pilsener healthy?

Hertog Jan Pilsener scores 83/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains simple ingredients like water, malt, corn, barley, and hops, which are typical for bread and do not include harmful additives.

How processed is Hertog Jan Pilsener?

Hertog Jan Pilsener is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

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Hertog Jan Pilsener

83 Good

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Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Alcoholic Beverages
Summary

This product contains simple ingredients like water, malt, corn, barley, and hops, which are typical for bread and do not include harmful additives. However, due to its processing level, the score is capped to reflect its processed nature.

Key ingredients 5

Water
Neutral

Water is a neutral ingredient that serves as the base for most beverages. It is essential for hydration but does not provide additional nutritional benefits in this context. The quality of water can vary, but it generally poses no health risks in processed beverages.

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Barley Malt
Neutral

Barley malt is used in brewing to provide fermentable sugars and flavor. It is a processed grain product, and while it contributes to the beer's taste, it does not offer significant nutritional benefits. The malting process involves soaking, germinating, and drying barley, which can affect its nutritional profile.

Risks

Contains gluten, which can be a concern for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

Benefits

Provides fermentable sugars necessary for the brewing process.

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Corn
Neutral

Corn is often used in brewing as an adjunct to lighten the body and flavor of the beer. It is a source of carbohydrates but does not provide significant nutritional benefits in this form. The use of corn can affect the beer's texture and taste.

Benefits

Contributes to the carbohydrate content necessary for fermentation.

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Barley
Neutral

Barley is a cereal grain used in brewing for its fermentable sugars and flavor. It is a staple ingredient in beer production but does not offer significant nutritional benefits in this context. The grain is processed to extract sugars for fermentation.

Risks

Contains gluten, which can be a concern for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

Benefits

Essential for providing fermentable sugars in the brewing process.

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Hops
Neutral

Hops are used in brewing for their bitter flavor and preservative qualities. They add aroma and bitterness to the beer but do not provide significant nutritional benefits. The use of hops can enhance the sensory profile of the beverage.

Benefits

Adds flavor and acts as a natural preservative in beer.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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