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Canada Dry Fruit Splash Cherry Ginger Ale Zero Sugar 12 Pack
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Canada Dry Fruit Splash Cherry Ginger Ale Zero Sugar 12 Pack

Canada Dry
144 foz
Available at Foodtown
5
Calories
0g
Protein
100mg
Sodium
37
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Canada Dry Fruit Splash Cherry Ginger Ale Zero Sugar arrives on shelf as a familiar, family-friendly option in the soda and mixers aisle, usually stacked in multipack cardboard boxes near diet sodas, tonic water, and cocktail mixers. The product is sold as a 12-pack of cans (144 fl oz total), making it a grab-and-go choice for parties or pantry restocking. It’s positioned for casual, comfort-driven moments: backyard barbecues, porch-sitting, evening mocktails, or anytime you want a fizzy, low-calorie alternative to regular soda. The Canada Dry name carries heritage ginger-ale associations — calm, slightly old-fashioned refreshment — while this variant leans on modern diet messaging with zero sugar and a “splash of real juice” claim to appeal to shoppers seeking perceived naturalness without calories. The label favors health-halo cues like Zero Sugar and no added caffeine, but it is not organic, not certified natural, and contains artificial sweeteners and colorants, so the packaging mixes wholesome language with clearly processed ingredient solutions. In plain terms this is a ready-to-drink, highly processed soft drink that depends on preservatives, artificial sweeteners, and flavorings to deliver consistent taste and long shelf life. Sensory cues: cold, effervescent mouthfeel with bright carbonation, a ginger backbone tempered by sweet cherry notes and a faint citrus lift from lime concentrate; the liquid has a light pink-amber tint from added color. Rituals include chilling cans, serving over ice, or using the beverage as a mixer for cocktails and mocktails. The overall story is one of convenience, comfort, and modern diet-consciousness carried by a legacy soda brand.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 12
Calories5
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium100mg4%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
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,, Cherry, and, Lime, Juice, Concentrates, (Adds, a, Negligible, Amount, of, Sugar),, Natural, Flavors,, Citric, Acid,, Sodium, Citrate,, Sodium, Benzoate, and, Potassium, Sorbate, (Preservatives),, Aspartame,, Acesulfame, Potassium,, Red, 40..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sodium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
  • Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
  • Red 40 - 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, preservatives, colorants, and flavor additives and is a ready-to-drink carbonated beverage, fitting the ultraprocessed NOVA 4 category.

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Common Questions about Canada Dry Fruit Splash Cherry Ginger Ale Zero Sugar 12 Pack

The term 'healthy' can be a bit slippery, right? This drink is low in calories and sugar, making it a refreshing option if you're watching your intake. However, it does contain artificial sweeteners and preservatives, so it's best enjoyed in moderation rather than as a daily staple.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
road-trip
weekend-brunch

Vibe:

comfortingconvenientnostalgicindulgent
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