Tag: Beverage preservatives

While pure distilled rum is typically low in sulphites, product listings in European countries and third-party ingredient checkers indicate that the flavored liqueur Malibu contains added sulphites, likely for preservation. This additive is used to maintain flavor and shelf-life, which is especially important for liqueurs with added ingredients like coconut flavoring and sugar.

According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), all wines containing 10 parts per million (ppm) or more of total sulfites must have a "Contains Sulfites" label. While some assume popular brands like Barefoot Wine are sulfite-free due to their widespread availability, this is not the case.