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Canada Dry Diet Ginger Ale 6-Pack
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Canada Dry Diet Ginger Ale 6-Pack

Canada Dry
101.40 foz
Available at Foodtown
5
Calories
0g
Protein
170mg
Sodium
27
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Canada Dry Diet Ginger Ale 6-Pack sits in the soda and mixer aisle, shelved alongside other zero‑sugar soft drinks, diet colas, tonic waters and cocktail mixers. You’ll often see it near ginger beers and club soda, in multi‑pack cardboard carriers or stacked singles for grab‑and‑go. This product is geared toward casual at‑home moments and social rituals — an easy addition to a picnic, road trip cooler, game‑day spread, or an evening of mixing cocktails. The brand leans on a century‑old heritage: Canada Dry positions itself as a classic, comforting mixer with broad cross‑generational appeal, marketed toward adults who want familiar flavor without sugar or caffeine. Labels emphasize “Zero Sugar,” “caffeine free,” and “made with ginger extract” and use clean, familiar branding; there are no organic or kid‑targeted claims, and “natural flavors” on the panel gives a mild health halo despite multiple additives. In plain terms this is a factory‑made, shelf‑stable soft drink containing non‑nutritive sweeteners and preservatives. Sensory notes: bright, sharp carbonation with a light, effervescent mouthfeel, a quick ginger bite up front and a sweet, lingering aftertaste from artificial sweeteners; visual cues include pale golden liquid and the familiar clink of a cold can. People commonly drink it straight from the can, poured over ice, or as a sparkling mixer in cocktails or mocktails; the six‑pack format supports sharing or stocking a fridge for casual entertaining. Overall, it reads as a convenient, comforting modern take on a classic ginger ale designed for zero‑calorie enjoyment and cocktail versatility.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 1
Calories5
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium170mg7%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
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

Ginger, Extract,, Natural, Flavors,, Citric, Acid,, Malic, Acid,, Sodium, Citrate,, Sodium, Benzoate,, red, water, and, less, than, 2%, of:, (to, Protect, Flavor),, Aspartame,, Acesulfame, Potassium,, Caramel, Color..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sodium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
  • red water - Artificial coloring
No PreservativeNo 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 artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame potassium), preservatives (sodium benzoate), caramel color and flavoring agents, indicating formulation and industrial processing consistent with ultra‑processed foods.

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Common Questions about Canada Dry Diet Ginger Ale 6-Pack

Well, 'healthy' can mean different things to different people. With just 5 calories per serving and no added sugars, it’s low-calorie and can fit into a variety of diets, especially if you're looking to cut back on sugar. Just keep in mind it does have artificial sweeteners and preservatives, so it’s a trade-off between low calories and those ingredients.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
road-trip

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