Water Kefir by Sainsbury's

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Water Kefir

by Sainsbury's 250 ml in Beverages Barcode 5063334028237
Nutri-Score
Poor nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Ultra-processed food

Water Kefir by Sainsbury's provides 44 kcal per 100 g, with 6.5 g of sugars and 1.2 g of protein. That is 41% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Beverages category and comes in a 250 ml pack.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
1.2 g · Low
Saturated fat
0.2 g · Low
Sugars
6.5 g · Moderate
Salt
0.1 g · Low

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 44 kcal 88 −50%
Total fat 1.2 g 1.9 −38%
Saturated fat 0.2 g 1.1 −81%
Carbohydrates 6.5 g 12.9 −50%
Total sugars 6.5 g 11 −41%
Added sugars 3.3 g 4.9 −34%
Protein 1.2 g 2.9 −58%
Salt 0.1 g 0.3 −77%

Category average across 22583 Beverages products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other beverages

Calories higher 38%
Sugars higher 37%
Salt higher 31%
Saturated fat higher 22%
Protein top 19%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Ingredients

Water, water kefir (water, persimmon, juice from concentrate, yeast extract, acidity regulator, sodium citrates, kefircultures) sugar, strawberry juice from centrate, carbon dioxide,flavourings and hibiscus extract

Palm oil freeVeganVegetarian

Additives 2

Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.

Product details

Quantity
250 ml
Labels & certifications
VegetarianVegan
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
5063334028237

Prices reported by shoppers

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Water Kefir?

Water Kefir contains 44 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Water Kefir?

Water Kefir has 6.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Water Kefir healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Is Water Kefir vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated July 12, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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