
Is the worlds most popular food color additive actually natural? Caramel color is found in foods and beverages far and wide around the globe. There is no question Caramel color is derived from natural sources, but the debate centers around the fact that most often the production begins with a refined sugar which is not a natural 'state of existence". Luckily for those who read food packaging labels, the additive must be specifically referenced in the contents listing.