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Canada Dry Ginger Ale 8 Pack, Diet
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Canada Dry Ginger Ale 8 Pack, Diet

Canada Dry
96 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
120mg
Sodium
31
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Canada Dry Ginger Ale Zero Sugar (8-pack, 96 fl oz) is a mainstream diet soft drink you will spot in the refrigerated soda aisle or on pallet displays in the beverage section, shelved alongside other diet sodas, mixers and sparkling waters. Packaged as eight 12-ounce cans in shrink-wrap, it sits near tonic water and cola alternatives and is often merchandised with cocktail mixers because of its traditional use as a mixer. This product suits quick grocery runs, party or game-day stocking, picnic and road-trip shopping lists, and anyone looking for a zero-calorie alternative for sipping or mixing. Brand positioning leans on heritage and reliability: Canada Dry markets itself as a century-old, familiar brand that promises classic ginger flavor with a modern zero-sugar twist, targeting adults who want flavor without calories and who recognize mainstream, trusted brands. Label characteristics include front-of-package claims such as zero sugar, zero calories and caffeine free, plus mentions of natural flavors; there is no organic certification and no child-focused branding. In plain processing terms this is a highly processed, industrially formulated soft drink. Sensory details: effervescent and crisp with a light ginger bite, a clean cold mouthfeel, pale caramel tinge from coloring, and a very sweet finish driven by high-intensity artificial sweeteners; served chilled in a can over ice or used as a mixer in cocktails. The ritual is casual—grab a can for solo refreshment, share at gatherings, or add a sparkling splash to mixed drinks—comforting in its familiarity and convenience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 1
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium120mg5%
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 multiple industrial ingredients and additives (artificial sweeteners like aspartame and acesulfame potassium, preservatives such as sodium benzoate, calcium disodium EDTA, flavorings and caramel color) and is an industrially formulated beverage, consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).

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Common Questions about Canada Dry Ginger Ale 8 Pack, Diet

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! This drink is calorie-free and low in sugar, which can be great for those watching their weight or looking for a refreshing beverage without the extra calories. Just keep in mind that it does contain artificial sweeteners and preservatives, so it’s not exactly health food — think of it more as a fun, fizzy treat!

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
road-trip

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