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Canada Dry Ginger Ale 7.5 oz 10 Pack
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Canada Dry Ginger Ale 7.5 oz 10 Pack

Canada Dry
75 foz
Available at Foodtown
80
Calories
0g
Protein
20g
Sugars
30mg
Sodium
22
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Canada Dry Ginger Ale (7.5 oz cans, 10-pack) sits squarely in the soda aisle alongside other lemon-lime and ginger-flavored soft drinks, often shelved near cocktail mixers, tonic waters, and cola family packs. Shoppers will spot the classic green-and-gold badge signaling a long-standing brand heritage, packaged in slim aluminum cans that are easy to stash in a cooler or fridge. This product fits casual occasions—picnics, backyard barbecues, game-day spreads, and as a noncaffeinated mixer for simple home cocktails like a Moscow Mule. The brand leans on a comforting, dependable positioning: an old-school, all-ages soft drink with broad appeal to families, hosts looking for an easy mixer, and nostalgic adults who grew up with bottled ginger ale. Marketing emphasizes tradition, refreshment, and a soothing ginger note; the label calls out "natural flavors" and ginger extract and highlights that it is caffeine free, creating a mild health halo despite being a sweetened soda. There are no organic or specialty certifications; ingredient listings include high fructose corn syrup, preservatives, and coloring. In plain terms, this is a highly processed, shelf-stable soft drink produced with industrial sweeteners and flavoring ingredients. Sensory-wise, expect brisk carbonation, a smooth, effervescent mouthfeel, pronounced sweetness, and a subtle warm ginger finish with a slightly brown tint from caramel color. Rituals around this product include chilling cans, pouring over ice into a glass or copper mug for cocktails, and grabbing single cans from a multipack for on-the-go refreshment.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 10
Calories80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium30mg1%
Total Carbohydrate21g8%
Total Sugars20g
Added Sugars20g40%
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,, High, Fructose, Corn, Syrup, and, Less, than, 2%, of:, Ginger, Extract,, Natural, Flavors,, Citric, Acid,, Sodium, Benzoate, (Preservative),, Caramel, Color..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sodium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

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, preservatives, caramel color, and flavoring agents—ingredients and manufacturing steps characteristic of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Canada Dry Ginger Ale 7.5 oz 10 Pack

Well, that depends on how you define 'healthy.' It has 80 calories and 20 grams of sugar per can, which is definitely on the higher side for a beverage. If you're looking for something to quench your thirst and give you a little fizz, it can be a fun treat, but it’s not exactly a health food.

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