Ingredients, colour-coded
What needs attention
- DoubtfulVanilla extract
Vanilla extract is made with a high proportion of alcohol. Scholars differ on whether the alcohol that remains in the finished food is acceptable. Vanilla pods, vanilla powder and alcohol-free vanilla flavouring contain no added alcohol.
Full ingredient list
Milk, whipping cream (milk) (28%), sugar, skimmed milk powder, pasteurised free range egg, vanilla extract
What to check on this pack
The first ingredient listed is milk and the list has 6 named ingredients. The product data carries these labels: organic. One of the named ingredients needs a closer look:
- vanilla extract (doubtful): Vanilla extract is made with a high proportion of alcohol. Scholars differ on whether the alcohol that remains in the finished food is acceptable. Vanilla pods, vanilla powder and alcohol-free vanilla flavouring contain no added alcohol. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the vanilla extract.
Waitrose Organic Vanilla Ice Cream: pack details
| Pack size | 480 ml |
|---|---|
| Sold at | Waitrose |
| Sold in | United Kingdom |
| Contains (allergens) | eggs, milk |
| Nutri-Score | D |
| NOVA group | 3 (a processed food) |
From the Open Food Facts record for this barcode. NOVA is a food-processing scale from 1 to 4 based on the ingredient list, and Nutri-Score runs from A (better) to E. Neither says anything about halal status.
Is Waitrose Organic Vanilla Ice Cream vegetarian or vegan?
Waitrose Organic Vanilla Ice Cream is not labelled vegetarian or vegan. No meat or gelatine is listed, but it contains milk or egg, so it is not vegan; some additives can still be animal-derived.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Waitrose Organic Vanilla Ice Cream contain pork?
No pork is listed in the ingredients. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Waitrose Organic Vanilla Ice Cream contain gelatine?
No gelatine is listed. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Waitrose Organic Vanilla Ice Cream contain alcohol?
No alcohol is listed. Flavourings can occasionally be carried in alcohol, which most scholars accept.
Is Waitrose Organic Vanilla Ice Cream halal-certified?
We found no halal label for Waitrose Organic Vanilla Ice Cream. See the ingredient check above for what needs attention.
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Ingredient data from Open Food Facts (ODbL), retrieved 2026-10-15. Product photos by Open Food Facts contributors, licensed CC BY-SA 3.0. Recipes change — always check the pack. This is an ingredient check, not a halal certification.