Hacendado Tea Verde Maracuyá Mango

The barcode 8402001051111 is associated with "Hacendado Tea Verde Maracuyá Mango" (Green Tea with Passion Fruit and Mango flavors), a product from Hacendado, a brand under Coca-Cola FEMSA (a subsidiary of FEMSA, the beverage and retail arm of the Federación de Empresas Familiares group in Mexico). Below are the details available:

Product Overview

• Brand: Hacendado (a Mexican-owned brand specializing in tea, coffee, and other beverages).
• Product Type: Herbal/Green Tea Infusion (not true tea, as it lacks Camellia sinensis; instead, it’s a blend of herbs, spices, and fruit flavors).
• Flavor Profile: Combines green tea extract (or herbal tea base) with passion fruit (maracuyá) and mango flavors, often sweetened.
• Form: Likely sold as tea bags or loose-leaf tea (common for Hacendado’s tea line).
• Target Market: Mexico and Latin America, though it may be distributed in other regions where Coca-Cola FEMSA operates.

Key Details

1. Ingredients (Typical for This Product):

   • Herbal base (may include chamomile, hibiscus, or other botanicals).
   • Green tea extract (or artificial green tea flavor).
   • Passion fruit and mango flavorings (natural or artificial).
   • Sweetener: Likely sucrose, high-fructose corn syrup, or artificial sweeteners (varies by region; check local labeling).
   • Preservatives: Sodium benzoate or other common preservatives (if pre-packaged).
   • Additives: May contain citric acid, natural flavors, or colorants (e.g., caramel for color).

2. Nutritional Concerns (General for Flavored Teas):

   • High Sugar Content: Flavored teas often contain added sugars, which can contribute to dental caries, obesity, and metabolic issues if consumed excessively. A single serving (e.g., 2 tea bags in hot water) may contain 10–20g of sugar (equivalent to 2–4 teaspoons).
   • Artificial Additives: Some versions may use artificial flavors or colors (e.g., FD&C Yellow No. 5/6), which are controversial due to potential hyperactivity links in children (per some studies) or allergic reactions.
   • Caffeine: Green tea extract contains caffeine (though less than coffee). A typical serving may have 20–50mg, which could affect sleep or anxiety in sensitive individuals.
   • Tannins: Herbal teas may contain tannins, which can interfere with iron absorption if consumed with meals.