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Canada Dry Diet Ginger Ale
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Canada Dry Diet Ginger Ale

Canada Dry
67.60 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
80mg
Sodium
31
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Canada Dry Diet Ginger Ale occupies a familiar lane in the American beverage aisle: you’ll typically find it on the refrigerated endcaps with other soft drinks and mixers or stacked on shelves in the soda and mixer section alongside diet colas, tonic waters and club sodas. Packaged for convenience, it’s sold in single-serve cans and larger 2‑liter bottles, making it equally at home on a picnic table, in a party cooler, or chilling in a home fridge. This Zero Sugar variant is marketed as a lighter, calorie-free alternative to regular ginger ale, pitched to adults seeking a familiar, refreshing fizzy drink without sugar or caffeine. The brand leans on a heritage voice — a century-old mixer tradition — and targets consumers who want a classic, nonalcoholic option to pair with cocktails or enjoy solo during quiet moments. Label language emphasizes “zero sugar,” “caffeine free,” and “natural flavors,” but contains no organic certification and includes several additives and artificial sweeteners. In plain terms, it’s a highly processed soft drink made from carbonated water flavored with ginger extract, preservatives, color, and intense sweeteners. Sensory notes: bright, sharp carbonation that tingles the tongue, a mild warm ginger bite tempered by sweet, clean finish; the caramel color gives an amber hue in clear glass, while the canned or bottled format invites a quick chill-and-sip ritual — pop, pour over ice, garnish with lime or use as a mixer. It’s a go-to for low-calorie refreshment, casual entertaining, and anyone craving a familiar, comforting fizz without the sugar.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 8.0
Servings per Container: 8
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium80mg3%
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

Carbonated, Water, and, Less, than, 2%, of:, Ginger, Extract,, Natural, Flavors,, Citric, Acid,, Malic, Acid,, Sodium, Citrate,, Sodium, Benzoate, (Preservative),, Calcium, Disodium, EDTA, (to, Protect, Flavor),, Aspartame,, Acesulfame, Potassium,, Caramel, Color..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sodium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
  • Caramel Color - Artificial coloring
No PreservativeNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is 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, flavorings and colorings, placing it in the ultra-processed category. The product is a formulated beverage with additives designed to mimic traditional soda without sugar.

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Common Questions about Canada Dry Diet Ginger Ale

Well, 'healthy' can mean different things to different people! This ginger ale is low in calories (zero, in fact!) and has no added sugars, which can be a plus for those watching their calorie intake. However, it does contain artificial sweeteners and preservatives, so it might not be everyone's idea of a health drink.

Perfect For

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road-trip

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