Costa Coffee Allergen Information is a valuable resource designed to empower and protect our customers. Allergen information is a critical aspect of any food and beverage service, as it directly relates to the safety and well-being of customers. For individuals with food allergies or dietary restrictions, knowing what ingredients are present in their food and drinks is vital to prevent potential allergic reactions or discomfort. Allergen information enables customers to make informed choices, ensuring that they can enjoy their favorite items without compromising their health.

Costa Coffee takes the health and safety of its customers seriously. The company is dedicated to providing comprehensive allergen information, reflecting its commitment to ensuring a positive and safe dining experience for all patrons. Costa Coffee understands the significance of dietary requirements and strives to be transparent about the ingredients used in its products. This commitment allows customers to confidently select items that align with their dietary needs and preferences, making Costa Coffee an inclusive and accommodating choice for everyone.

Costa Coffee Allergen Guide

Costa Coffee CONTENT KEYS Allergen

CONTENTS KEY
YES The allergen is present in the product
C Although this allergen is not an ingredient of the product, it is present in the manufacturing site / factory / supply-chain and therefore there is a risk of cross-contamination
N The allergen is not an ingredient of this product
YES NO The column entitled ‘Dietary Choices’ details information supplied by the product manufacturer. It does not take into account the in-store storage / preparation methods where there is a risk of cross-contamination

Costa Cake Allergen

Product Description Suitable for Vegetarians Suitable for Vegans Wheat Rye Barley Oat Soya Egg Milk Fish Crustacean Mollusc Sulphite Sesame Celery Mustard Lupin Peanut Tree Nuts
CAKE
BANANA AND PECAN LOAF CAKE YES NO YES C C C C YES YES N N N N C N N N N YES
CHOCOLATE TIFFIN YES NO YES N N N YES N YES N N N N N N N N N C
ROCKY ROAD YES YES YES N YES N YES N N N N YES N N N N N C
GRANOLA SLICE YES NO N N N YES YES C YES N N N YES N N N N N YES
BAKEWELL TART YES NO YES N N N C YES YES N N N YES N N N N N YES
CARROT & WALNUT CAKE YES NO YES N N N C YES YES N N N N N N N N N YES
CHOCOLATE AND CARAMELISED BISCUIT VEGAN LOAF CAKE YES YES YES N YES N YES C C N N N N N N N N N C
LEMON CURD TART YES NO YES N N N YES YES YES N N N N N N N N N C
RASPBERRY & ALMOND BAKE YES NO YES N N N C YES YES N N N N N N N N N YES
LEMON DRIZZLE LOAF CAKE YES NO YES N N N C YES YES N N N N N N N N N C
FRUITED TEACAKE YES YES YES N N N YES C C N N N N N N N N N C
BLUEBERRY MUFFIN YES NO YES N C YES C YES C N N N N N N N N N C
SICILIAN LEMON MUFFIN YES NO YES N C C C YES YES N N N YES N N N N N C
VICTORIA SPONGE MUFFIN YES NO YES N C C C YES YES N N N N N N N N N C
MILLIONAIRE'S SHORTBREAD YES NO YES N C C YES C YES N N N N N N N N N C
SALTED CARAMEL BROWNIE YES NO YES N C C YES YES YES N N N N N N N N N C
CHOCOLATE CORNFLAKE CAKE YES NO C N YES C YES C YES N N N N N N N N N C
CINNAMON BUN YES NO YES C C C C YES YES N N N N N N N N N N
LEMON & BLUEBERRY CAKE YES NO YES N N N YES YES YES N N N N N N N N N C
ETON MESS BLONDE YES NO YES N C C YES YES YES N N N N N N N N N C
SALTED CARAMEL POPCORN BROWNIE YES NO YES N YES N YES YES YES N N N N N N N N N C
TRIPPLE CHOCOLATE MUFFIN YES NO YES N YES C YES YES YES N N N N N N N N N C
NEAPOLITAN MUFFIN YES NO YES N YES C YES YES YES N N N N N N N N N C
VICTORIA SPOMGE MUFFIN(UNION JACK CASE) YES NO YES N C C C YES YES N N N N N N N N N C
BELGIAN CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIE YES NO YES N C C YES C YES N N N N N N N N N C
APPLE & BLACKBERRY LOAF CAKE YES NO YES N N N C YES YES N N N YES N N N N N C
CHOCOLATE & SALTED CARAMEL CAKE YES NO YES N N N C YES YES N N N YES N N N N N C
MACMILLAN CARROT & WALNUT CAKE YES NO YES N N N YES YES C N N N N N N N N N YES
ALL BUTTER MINCE PIE YES NO YES N N N YES YES YES N N N N N N N N N C
MAPLE HAZELNUT BLONDE YES NO YES N C C YES YES YES N N N N N N N N N YES
LOADED FLAPIACK YES NO YES N C YES YES C YES N N N N N N N N N YES
MACMILLAN CHOCOLATE MUFFIN YES NO YES N YES C YES YES YES N N N N N N N N N C
MAPPLE HAZELNUT MUFFIN YES NO YES N C C YES YES YES N N N N N N N N N YES
TERRY'S CHOCOLATE ORANGE MUFFIN YES NO YES N C C YES YES YES N N N N N N N N N C

Costa Coffee Wraps Allergen

Product Description Suitable for Vegetarians Suitable for Vegans Wheat Rye Barley Oat Soya Egg Milk Fish Crustacean Mollusc Sulphite Sesame Celery Mustard Lupin Peanut Tree Nuts
WRAPS
CAJUN CHICKEN WRAP NO NO YES N N N N N YES N N N N N N N N N N
ALL DAY BREAKFAST WRAP NO NO YES N N N N YES YES N N N YES N N N N N N
CHICKEN & BACON CAESAR WRAP NO NO YES N N N N YES YES N N N N N N YES N N N
SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN WRAP NO NO YES N YES N YES YES N N N N N N N YES N N N

Costa Sandwiches Allergen

Product Description Suitable for Vegetarians Suitable for Vegans Wheat Rye Barley Oat Soya Egg Milk Fish Crustacean Mollusc Sulphite Sesame Celery Mustard Lupin Peanut Tree Nuts
BLT SANDWICH NO NO YES N YES N N YES N N N N N N N N N N N
CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH NO NO YES N YES N N YES N N N N N N N N N N N
PRAWN MAYO SANDWICH NO NO YES N YES YES N YES N N YES N N N N N N N N
EGG MAYO SANDWICH YES NO YES N YES YES N YES N N N N N N N YES N N N

Costa Breakfast Allergen

Product Description Suitable for Vegetarians Suitable for Vegans Wheat Rye Barley Oat Soya Egg Milk Fish Crustacean Mollusc Sulphite Sesame Celery Mustard Lupin Peanut Tree Nuts
BREAKFAST
SMOKED BACON BAP NO NO YES N N N N C YES N N N N N N N N N N
PORK SAUSAGE BAP NO NO YES N N N N YES YES N N N YES N N N N N N
WHOLEGRAIN PORRIDGE YES NO C N C YES N N YES N N N N N N N N N C
EGG & MUSHROOM BAP YES YES YES N N N N YES YES N N N N N N N N N N
VEGAN SAUSAGE BAP YES NO YES N N N YES N N N N N YES N N N N N N
WHITE TOAST (WITHOUT BUTTER) YES NO YES C C C N C C N N N N N N N N N N
SEEDED BROWN BREAD TOAST (WITHOUT BUTTER) YES NO YES YES YES YES N C C N N N N N N N N N N
POACHED EGG & SMOKED BACON BRIOCHE NO NO YES N N N N YES YES N N N N N N N N N N
WHOLEGRAIN JUMBO OATS PORRIDGE YES C N C YES N N YES N N N N N N N N N N
GREEK STYLE YOGURT WITH MIXED BERRY COMPOTE AND CRUNCHY GRANOLA YES YES N YES YES N N YES N N N N N N N N N N

Costa Pastries Allergen

Product Description Suitable for Vegetarians Suitable for Vegans Wheat Rye Barley Oat Soya Egg Milk Fish Crustacean Mollusc Sulphite Sesame Celery Mustard Lupin Peanut Tree Nuts
ALL BUTTER CROISSANT YES NO YES C C C C YES YES N N N N N N N N N C
CHOCOLATE TWIST YES NO YES N C C YES YES YES N N N N N N N N N C
PAIN AUX RAISINS YES NO YES N C C C YES YES N N N N N N N N N C
ALMOND CROISSANT YES NO YES C C C C YES YES N N N N N N N N N YES
PAIN AU CHOCOLAT YES NO YES C C C YES YES YES N N N N N N N N N C
CHEESE TWIST YES NO YES N C C C YES YES N N N N N N N N N C

HOT MEALS & SOUPS

Product Description Suitable for Vegetarians Suitable for Vegans Wheat Rye Barley Oat Soya Egg Milk Fish Crustacean Mollusc Sulphite Sesame Celery Mustard Lupin Peanut Tree Nuts
HOT MEALS & SOUPS
MAC & CHEESE YES NO YES N N N N N YES N N N N N N YES N N N

SELECTED STORES ONLY

Product Description Suitable for Vegetarians Suitable for Vegans Wheat Rye Barley Oat Soya Egg Milk Fish Crustacean Mollusc Sulphite Sesame Celery Mustard Lupin Peanut Tree Nuts
BLUEBERRY & FRANGIPANE STYLE TART YES NO YES N N N N YES YES N N N N N N N N N N
LOTUS BISCOFF CHEEZECAKE YES YES YES N N YES YES N N N N N N N N N N N N
CARAMEL APPLE TART YES NO YES N N N N N YES N N N N N N N N N N
CINNAMON CRUFFIN YES NO YES N C C C YES YES N N N N N N N N N C

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Understanding Allergen Information at Costa Coffee

Costa Coffee Allergen

Allergen labeling plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our customers. At Costa Coffee, we understand the significance of providing clear and accurate allergen information. This information helps individuals with food allergies or intolerances make informed choices and avoid potential health risks. We are committed to transparency and are dedicated to providing accessible allergen information.

Some of the common allergens that may be present in Costa Coffee products include, but are not limited to:

  1. Nuts (e.g., almonds, hazelnuts)
  2. Milk and dairy products
  3. Gluten-containing cereals (e.g., wheat, barley, oats)
  4. Soy
  5. Eggs
  6. Fish
  7. Shellfish
  8. Sulphites
  9. Mustard
  10. Sesame seeds

While we have stringent measures in place to prevent cross-contamination and clearly label allergens on our products, it’s essential for customers with allergies to remain vigilant and informed about the ingredients in their chosen items. Please consult our in-store and online resources for detailed allergen information to help you make the best choices for your dietary needs.

Costa Coffee’s Allergen Information Sources

Finding allergen information at Costa Coffee is both easy and convenient. We believe that all our customers should have access to the information they need to make informed choices when it comes to their dietary requirements. To achieve this, we offer multiple channels for obtaining allergen information.

In our physical stores, you can find allergen information through a variety of resources. These include in-store posters and leaflets, which are prominently displayed to provide clear and concise information about the allergens present in our food and drink offerings. Our friendly and well-trained staff are also available to answer any questions you may have about allergen concerns.

We understand the need for on-the-go access to allergen information. To cater to this, Costa Coffee has developed an array of online resources and mobile apps. Our official website provides detailed allergen information for all our products, allowing you to browse and assess your choices from the comfort of your home. Furthermore, our mobile app offers a user-friendly interface that includes allergen information for each item on our menu. Whether you’re in a Costa Coffee store or browsing from your mobile device, we aim to provide you with the allergen information you need at your fingertips, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience with us.

Special Dietary Requirements at Costa Coffee

At Costa Coffee, we understand the diverse dietary requirements of our customers. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can enjoy our products. For those with specific dietary restrictions, we offer a range of options to accommodate their needs. This includes information about gluten-free and vegan choices on our menu. For gluten-free options, we have a selection of food and beverages to choose from, and our menu provides clear labeling to help you identify these items. Likewise, our vegan offerings include various dairy-free milk alternatives and plant-based food options that cater to vegan preferences.

We take our commitment to accommodating dietary needs very seriously. Our team works diligently to provide accurate and accessible information about our products. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming environment where customers with diverse dietary requirements can confidently enjoy their coffee and food. Costa Coffee is dedicated to offering delicious and safe choices for everyone, making it easier for customers to find products that meet their specific dietary needs.

Tips for Costa Customers with Allergies

For customers with food allergies, it’s crucial to prioritize your safety while enjoying your Costa Coffee experience. Here are some recommendations:

  1. Review Allergen Information: Before placing your order, consult the allergen information provided in our stores and online resources. This information will help you identify potential allergens in our products.
  2. Communicate Clearly: When ordering, inform our staff about your specific allergen or dietary requirements. Be as clear as possible about your restrictions, so our team can provide you with suitable options and take necessary precautions.
  3. Ask Questions: If you’re uncertain about the ingredients or potential allergens in a particular item, don’t hesitate to ask our staff. We’re here to assist you and ensure your visit is safe and enjoyable.
  4. Be Cautious with Cross-Contamination: While Costa Coffee maintains strict protocols to prevent cross-contamination, it’s essential to understand that no environment is entirely risk-free. If your allergy is severe, consider options with minimal allergen exposure or choose items individually wrapped.

Clear communication with our staff is key to receiving a safe and satisfying Costa Coffee experience. By following these tips and engaging in open and clear communication with our staff, you can enjoy a safe and pleasant Costa Coffee experience while respecting your dietary restrictions and allergies. Your well-being is our priority, and we’re here to assist you in any way we can.

FAQ

Is Costa gluten free?

Costa Coffee provides a selection of gluten-free options, though it’s essential to be aware that not all items are gluten-free. Here’s a list of the gluten-free drinks and food available at Costa Coffee:

Gluten-free drinks at Costa Coffee:

  • Black coffee
  • Espresso
  • Americano
  • Latte with almond milk
  • Cappuccino with almond milk
  • Flat white with almond milk
  • Tea

Gluten-free food at Costa Coffee:

  • Almond croissant
  • Chocolate brownie
  • Orange and polenta cake
  • Nuts and seeds

It’s important to understand that Costa Coffee does not operate a dedicated gluten-free kitchen, which means there is a potential risk of cross-contamination. For individuals with coeliac disease or severe gluten intolerance, it is advisable to exercise caution when dining at Costa Coffee. Choosing the safest options, such as black coffee or tea with almond milk, may be a suitable choice.

Additionally, customers can inquire with a Costa barista about their gluten-free options and whether any specific measures can be taken to minimize the risk of cross-contamination. Your health and dietary requirements are a priority, and Costa Coffee staff can assist in making informed choices.

Which milk do Costa use?

Costa Coffee’s choice of milk options reflects its dedication to catering to diverse dietary preferences and sustainability. Their standard milk is semi-skimmed milk, and they offer a selection of plant-based milk alternatives such as almond milk, oat milk, and soy milk at no additional cost to customers.

Costa Coffee prioritizes sourcing milk from British farmers while upholding sustainable farming practices. Their ongoing collaboration with suppliers ensures the delivery of high-quality milk that complies with all food safety standards.

Below is a table detailing the various milk options available at Costa Coffee, including their fat content and calorie counts per 100ml:

Milk type Fat content Calories per 100ml
Semi-skimmed milk 1.7g 47kcal
Almond milk 1.3g 25kcal
Oat milk 0.5g 39kcal
Soy milk 3.3g 40kcal

This comprehensive milk selection offers customers a range of choices to suit their dietary needs and preferences, while also promoting sustainability and quality.

What are the ingredients in Costa oat milk?

Costa’s oat milk is crafted from a simple combination of ingredients, making it a versatile and healthy choice for various dietary preferences. The primary components of Costa oat milk include:

  • Water
  • 15% oats
  • High oleic sunflower oil

This oat milk variant is entirely vegan and dairy-free, presenting an excellent option for those adhering to plant-based diets. Additionally, Costa oat milk boasts the advantage of being low in saturated fat while offering a valuable source of fiber and carbohydrates.

The manufacturing process involves blending oats, water, and high oleic sunflower oil. This mixture undergoes heating and homogenization to yield a smooth and creamy milk consistency. To ensure safety, Costa oat milk is pasteurized, effectively eliminating any harmful bacteria.

Costa oat milk proves to be a versatile substitute in recipes and beverages that traditionally call for milk. Its appeal extends to those with lactose intolerance, dairy allergies, and individuals following a vegan lifestyle, as it delivers a wholesome, plant-based alternative.

What are the ingredients in the Costa frappe?

The Costa frappe is composed of a straightforward set of ingredients, ensuring a delightful and dairy-free beverage with a minimal fat content and an absence of artificial additives. The key components found in the Costa frappe include:

  • Semi-skimmed milk: Serving as the primary ingredient, semi-skimmed milk imparts the frappe with its creamy and satisfying consistency.
  • Coffee extract: This is the element responsible for infusing the Costa frappe with its rich and distinctive coffee flavor.
  • Sugar: Sugar is added to the Costa frappe to provide the desired level of sweetness.
  • Acidity regulators: The inclusion of potassium bicarbonate and potassium citrate acts to fine-tune the pH level of the Costa frappe, enhancing its overall taste.
  • Stabilisers: Stabilizing agents, such as cellulose, sodium carboxy methyl cellulose, and carrageenan, are employed to prevent any undesirable separation in the Costa frappe.
  • Natural flavorings: Natural flavorings are thoughtfully incorporated to heighten the frappe’s taste profile.

Costa’s frappe is celebrated for its delicious and revitalizing qualities, making it a favored choice for coffee enthusiasts looking to savor their caffeine fix. Additionally, it caters to individuals with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies, as it is entirely dairy-free.

Are Costa brownies gluten-free?

Certainly, Costa Coffee’s Belgian Chocolate Brownie is indeed gluten-free. Its composition includes gluten-free wheat starch, which falls well below the threshold of 20 parts per million (ppm) required for gluten-free designation in both the UK and Europe.

Costa Coffee is also committed to providing an array of other gluten-free food choices, extending to items like the Almond Croissant, Orange and Polenta Cake, and Nuts and Seeds.

For those individuals with coeliac disease or a heightened sensitivity to gluten, it is advisable to engage with a Costa barista directly to inquire about their gluten-free selections and discuss any potential measures to mitigate cross-contamination concerns. Your comfort and dietary requirements are of utmost importance.

Are Costa Sandwiches allergen-free?

Costa Coffee presents a diverse selection of sandwiches, although it’s important to note that not all options are allergen-free. Several Costa sandwiches may contain allergens such as gluten, dairy, nuts, and others.

Here’s a tabulated breakdown of some of the popular Costa sandwiches and their associated allergens:

Chicken Caesar Wrap Allergens: Wheat, gluten, dairy, egg

Sandwiches:

 Tuna Niçoise Salad Sandwich Allergens: Wheat, gluten, dairy, egg, fish

 Grilled Halloumi & Zaatar Sandwich Allergens: Wheat, gluten, dairy, sesame

Turkey Ham & 3 Cheese Panini Allergens: Wheat, gluten, dairy

 Vegan Pulled Chicken Panini Allergens: Wheat, gluten, soy

If you have any allergies, it is crucial to carefully review the allergen information for each sandwich prior to placing your order. Additionally, you can consult a Costa barista for insights into allergen-free choices.

Please note that Costa Coffee does not have a dedicated allergen-free kitchen, which entails some potential risk of cross-contamination. For individuals with severe allergies, it may be advisable to abstain from Costa sandwiches altogether.