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Arizona Fruit Punch
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Arizona Fruit Punch

AriZona
128 foz
Available at Foodtown
90
Calories
0g
Protein
21g
Sugars
0mg
Sodium
48
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Arizona Fruit Punch (128 fl oz) is a value‑priced, brightly labeled fruit drink you’d spot in the refrigerated beverage aisle or on endcaps near iced teas, juice blends, and large-format soft drinks. It sits alongside other Arizona tall bottles and big jugs marketed for sharing at parties, backyard barbecues, or convenience-store grab-and-go shelves. This product suits casual occasions — road trips, movie nights, pool parties, or any low-effort social gathering — and is often bought on grocery runs that prioritize quantity and bold flavor over nutrition. The Arizona brand projects a pop-culture, youth-oriented identity: iconic artwork, bold colorways, and affordable pricing that appeals to teens, college students, and budget-conscious shoppers who enjoy nostalgic pantry staples. Labels lean on fruit imagery, “made with juice” impressions, and added vitamin C (ascorbic acid) to imply wholesomeness, but there’s no organic certification and the ingredient list includes sweeteners, stabilizers, and natural flavors. Processing context: this is a highly processed flavored fruit beverage made from water, high‑fructose corn syrup, juices from concentrate, gums, and flavoring agents. Sensory-wise it pours a vivid red‑pink liquid with a syrupy sweetness and smooth, slightly viscous mouthfeel from emulsifiers and gum acacia; served chilled over ice it reads as bright, candy‑like fruit punch with tropical top notes (mango, pineapple, cherry). Ritual uses include pouring into cups at gatherings, using it as a mixer for adults, or keeping a large bottle in the fridge for frequent sips. It communicates convenience, bold sweet flavor, and shareability within American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 8
Servings per Container: 16
Calories90
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate23g8%
Total Sugars21g
Added Sugars19g38%
Protein0g
* 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

Filtered, Water,, High, Fructose, Corn, Syrup, (Glucose-Fructose, Syrup),, Pear, Juice, from, Concentrate,, Mango, Puree,, Apple, Juice, from, Concentrate,, Pineapple, Juice, from, Concentrate,, Citric, Acid,, Fruit, and, Vegetable, Juice, for, Color,, Natural, Flavors,, Ascorbic, Acid, (Vitamin, C),, Cherry, Juice, from, Concentrate,, Strawberry, Juice, from, Concentrate,, Gum, Acacia,, Ester, Gum..

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 high‑fructose corn syrup, juices from concentrate, gums, ester gum, and natural flavors—formulation and additives consistent with ultra‑processed foods.

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Common Questions about Arizona Fruit Punch

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit of a slippery term, right? Arizona Fruit Punch is definitely a fun, fruity drink, but it does come with a hefty dose of sugar—21 grams per serving, to be exact. So, if you're looking for a refreshing treat rather than a health elixir, this could be your go-to, especially on a hot day!

Perfect For

road-trip
movie-night
game-day-prep

Vibe:

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