Maustamaton

Maustamaton is a Finnish adjective used to describe foods and beverages that do not contain added flavorings or seasonings. The term implies that the product is plain or unflavored, though it may still retain the natural flavors of its base ingredients. It is commonly found on consumer labeling to differentiate from items that have been flavored, spiced, or sweetened.

The phrase is used across a range of products, especially dairy, beverages, and sauces. Examples include maustamaton jogurtti (plain yogurt), maustamaton maito or maustamaton maitoa (plain milk), and maustamaton kahvi or maustamaton mehu (coffee or juice without added flavors). In everyday language, maustamaton conveys that no additional taste enhancers such as sugar, syrups, vanilla, or other flavorings have been added, although the product may contain natural ingredients with inherent flavors.

Notes on interpretation and regulation: maustamaton mainly indicates absence of added flavorings or seasonings, not necessarily the absence of sugar or other ingredients. Consumers should still check the ingredient list and nutrition information for details about content such as sugar, salt, or additives. The term is a descriptive label used in Finnish food labeling and labeling conventions may vary by product category or manufacturer. In summary, maustamaton denotes plain, unafflicted by added flavors, and is commonly used to guide choices for those seeking unflavored or neutral-tasting products.