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Ace Sourdough Bistro

Common questions

Is Ace Sourdough Bistro healthy?

Ace Sourdough Bistro scores 30/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the lower scores in Scout's catalog. This bread is ultra-processed, containing refined enriched wheat flour and seed oils, which are associated with potential health risks.

Does Ace Sourdough Bistro contain seed oils?

Yes — Scout's ingredient analysis flags seed oils in Ace Sourdough Bistro, and that is reflected in its score.

How processed is Ace Sourdough Bistro?

Ace Sourdough Bistro is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

How does Ace Sourdough Bistro compare to other bread?

Ace Sourdough Bistro ranks #32 of 43 bread in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Seitenbacher Sourdough Bread at 97/100.

Which ingredients drive Ace Sourdough Bistro's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Multigrain And Seed Blend, Honey count in its favor; Enriched Wheat Flour, Cane Sugar, Sunflower Oil And Or Soybean Oil are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Ace Sourdough Bistro

Boulangerie
Contains seed oils
30 Poor

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 4
Harmful ingredients 3
Owned by George Weston
Category Bread
Summary

This bread is ultra-processed, containing refined enriched wheat flour and seed oils, which are associated with potential health risks. While it includes beneficial whole grains and seeds, the presence of cane sugar and sunflower or soybean oil detracts from its nutritional profile. The processing level and inclusion of refined ingredients limit its healthfulness.

Key ingredients 8

Enriched Wheat Flour
Bad

Refined flour that lacks the natural fiber and nutrients of whole grains, which can cause sharper blood sugar spikes.

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Cane Sugar
Bad

Processed additive flagged under Scout's ingredient doctrine.

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Sunflower Oil And Or Soybean Oil
Bad

Processed seed oils high in omega-6 fatty acids, which can be inflammatory when consumed in excess.

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Water
Neutral

Essential for hydration and basic formulation of the dough.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard culinary salt used to enhance flavor and regulate fermentation.

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Yeast
Neutral

Natural leavening agent used to make the bread rise.

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Multigrain And Seed Blend
Good

Provides beneficial dietary fiber, healthy fats, and a variety of minerals from whole seeds and grains.

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Honey
Good

Traditional whole-food sweetener with trace enzymes and antioxidants.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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