Elderflower syrup

GI 70 · HighGL 47 / 100 g1/10

High GI

70 GI

GL 47 per 100 g

Logi score 1/10

Natural flavor source
Extremely high glycemic load

Elderflower syrup has a glycemic index of 70 (High).

Updated Jul 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error

Instead of this

Passion fruit flavoring sweetened with stevia or monk fruit
GL 1 per 100 g This provides a similar sweet flavor profile with a drastically lower GI of 5 and GL of 1, preventing the sharp blood sugar spike caused by the syrup.
Allulose
no GI Allulose acts as a zero-glycemic sweetener that can replace the syrup in recipes without impacting blood glucose levels at all.

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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)

270

Calories

67 g

Carbs

0 g

Protein

0 g

Fat

per 100g

Calories	270 kcal
Carbohydrates	67 g
Sugars (Total)	67 g
Natural	2 g
Added	65 g
Fiber	0 g
Soluble	0 g
Insoluble	0 g
Protein	0 g
Fat	0 g
Saturated	0 g
Unsaturated	0 g
Sodium	2 mg

Processing Level

90%

Highly Processed

Why this score?

Natural flavor source
Extremely high glycemic load
High added sugar content
Zero nutritional value (no fiber/protein)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the glycemic index of Elderflower syrup?

Elderflower syrup has a glycemic index of 70 (High) and a glycemic load of 47 per 100 g.

Is Elderflower syrup good for people with insulin resistance?

Elderflower syrup has a high glycemic index (70) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Passion fruit flavoring sweetened with stevia or monk fruit.

How does Elderflower syrup affect blood sugar?

Elderflower syrup has a glycemic load of 47 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.

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