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Albanese Sour 12 Flavor Gummi Bears
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Albanese Sour 12 Flavor Gummi Bears

Albanese World's Best
8 oz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
1g
Protein
14g
Sugars
10mg
Sodium
35
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Albanese Sour 12 Flavor Gummi Bears arrive in an 8-ounce, brightly printed plastic pouch that pops on the shelf with neon colors and bold claims — "World's Best" — aimed squarely at impulse buyers and families. You'd commonly find this bag in the candy/snack aisle near other gummy and novelty candies, with extra displays by checkout lanes and seasonal bins for parties or Halloween. These gummies fit casual, celebratory occasions: movie nights, road trips, lunchbox treats, and anytime snacking where chewable, shareable sweets are wanted. The brand positions itself as a premium, fun choice: playful packaging and social-media-friendly sour bites marketed to kids, parents buying treats, and nostalgic adults chasing a childhood favorite; the messaging leans into craft and quality with a folksy confidence (“world’s best”) rather than clinical health claims. The label hints at a “natural” angle only through the phrase “natural and artificial flavors” and pectin sourced from fruit, but there is no organic certification and bright FD&C dyes and added acids signal candy rather than health food. Sensory experience is immediate: a crystalline sour dust or tang hits first, followed by a yielding, springy gelatin chew and a burst of one of a dozen fruit-style flavors; the glossy, neon bears are slightly sticky and fun to pop three or four into your mouth or a communal candy bowl. Processing-wise, these are industrially manufactured confectionery made from refined sugars, corn syrup, concentrated flavorings, and synthetic colorants — a convenient, highly processed snack enjoyed in social and indulgent rituals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 8 pieces
Servings per Container: 7
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium10mg0%
Total Carbohydrate22g8%
Total Sugars14g
Added Sugars14g28%
Protein1g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Corn, Syrup, (from, Corn),, Sugar, (from, Beets),, Water,, Gelatin,, Lactic, Acid,, Citric, Acid,, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavors,, Fumaric, Acid,, Pectin, (Derived, from, Fruits),, FD&C, Yellow, 5,, FD&C, Red, 40,, FD&C, Blue, 1,, FD&C, Yellow, 6..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • FD&C Yellow 5 - Artificial coloring
  • FD&C Red 40 - Artificial coloring
  • FD&C Blue 1 - Artificial coloring
  • FD&C Yellow 6 - Artificial coloring
No Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains refined sugars, corn syrup, multiple synthetic colorants and flavorings, and industrial additives — hallmarks of ultra-processed foods. The product is a ready-to-eat confection manufactured through extensive industrial processing.

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Common Questions about Albanese Sour 12 Flavor Gummi Bears

The healthiness of Albanese Sour Gummi Bears really depends on your perspective. While they pack a fun punch of sugar and flavor, they’re not exactly a superfood. If you're looking for a sweet treat now and then, they can definitely fit into a balanced diet, but remember, moderation is key!

Perfect For

movie-night
road-trip
back-to-school

Vibe:

nostalgicindulgentadventurous
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