Is Waitrose Cherry Liqueurs Alpha-Gal Friendly?

No. This product is not Alpha-Gal friendly as it lists 1 ingredient that do not comply and 1 ingredient that may not comply.

Why it's not alpha-gal friendly

  • butter oil
  • milk lecithins

butter oil

Dietitian note

Butter is typically derived from milk (dairy) and thus contains alpha-gal, but can be derived from plants as well. Butter flavoring, including artificial butter flavoring, may contain milk - if the label is unclear, we recommend calling the manufacturer.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Ingredients

Dark Chocolate, Sugar, Cocoa Mass, Cocoa Butter, Emulsifier (Milk Lecithins), Butter Oil (Soya)), Cherry Liqueur, Glucose Syrup, Invert Sugar Syrup, Alcohol, Sugar, Cherry Juice, Cherries, Sour Cherries, Dark Chocolate Contains Cocoa Solids 50% Minimum

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What is a Alpha-Gal Friendly diet?

An Alpha-Gal diet eliminates mammalian meat and products containing mammalian-derived ingredients to prevent allergic reactions in people with alpha-gal syndrome. This includes beef, pork, lamb, dairy products, gelatin, and certain medications derived from mammals. The condition involves a specific sugar molecule found in most mammals, often triggered after a tick bite. People may experience delayed allergic reactions 3-6 hours after consuming trigger foods. The diet focuses on safe alternatives like poultry, fish, and plant-based proteins. When followed carefully, often with guidance from an allergist or dietitian, it can prevent serious reactions while maintaining adequate nutrition.

Where to buy

Waitrose Cherry Liqueurs is available at 1 retailer

British Corner Shop

About this product

Candy · Bar

Flavor
ChocolateyFruitySweet
Texture
Creamy
Commonly used for
SnackingDippingOn The GoGarnishing