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Cooking Wine

Cooking Wine is a bottled wine product made specifically for cooking, commonly used to deglaze pans, add acidity and depth to sauces, and boost flavor in many cuisines. It is typically darker in processing than table wine because salt and preservatives are often added to make it shelf-stable. Nutritionally, Cooking Wine contributes little in the way of protein or fibre and is used in small amounts, but it can be a notable source of sodium — around 1.79g per 100g — so it can raise the salt content of a dish if used liberally. From a health perspective, cooking wine provides flavor rather than meaningful nutrients; because many commercial varieties contain added salt and preservatives, it’s best used sparingly or swapped for lower-sodium alternatives when you want the same culinary effect with less added sodium.

Lactose free · Gluten free · Ultra-processed · ~0.30€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

E

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

134 kcal

7% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

0.5 g

1% RDI

Fat

0 g

0g sat fat

Carbs

5.3 g

2% RDI

Sugar

1 g

2% RDI

Fiber

0 g

0% RDI

Salt

1.8 g

36% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

E · 2.6 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Cooking Wine healthy?

Cooking Wine is rated E on overall nutritional quality and is best consumed in moderation alongside more nutrient-dense foods.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Cooking Wine?

Cooking Wine is NOVA 4 - Ultra-processed.

Q.05Is Cooking Wine lactose free?

Yes, Cooking Wine is lactose free.

Q.02What are the macros in Cooking Wine?

100g of Cooking Wine contains 134 kcal, 0.5g protein, 5.3g carbohydrates, 0g fat, and 0g fiber.

Q.04Is Cooking Wine gluten free?

Yes, Cooking Wine is gluten free.

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