
Country Time 6 Quart Drink Mix, Lemonade
What You Should Know
Country Time 6 Quart Drink Mix (Lemonade) arrives in a 19 oz canister with an easy-measure cup and a rounded pouring top — a familiar sight in the beverage-mix aisle alongside other powdered drink mixes like Kool-Aid, Tang, and iced tea mixes, and often merchandised on seasonal endcaps with picnic and barbecue supplies. This product is pitched as a summertime staple: bright yellow, kid-friendly, and quick to prepare for backyard barbecues, school bake sales, or family road trips. The brand leans into Americana and nostalgia, evoking “old fashioned refreshment” while also promoting family-friendly causes (Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation) and convenience for busy households. Label claims emphasize no artificial sweeteners or flavors, “a good source of Vitamin C,” gluten-free and caffeine-free, and simple preparation — all of which create health-halo impressions despite the presence of added sugars and colorants. In plain processing context, this is an industrially formulated powdered mix with multiple additives and colorants designed for long shelf life and easy reconstitution. Sensory notes: dry, fine-grain powder that dissolves into a bright, uniformly yellow lemonade with a sweet, slightly tart profile; mouthfeel is thin and thirst-quenching rather than pulpy. The ritual is classic: scoop, stir into cold water, chill, and ladle into a pitcher for kids’ parties or summer dinners. Packaging and marketing emphasize convenience and nostalgia, appealing to parents seeking an easy, crowd-pleasing beverage and to adults remembering childhood summers.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
SUGAR,, FRUCTOSE,, CITRIC, ACID,, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF, MALTODEXTRIN,, SODIUM, ACID, PYROPHOSPHATE,, MAGNESIUM, OXIDE,, SODIUM, CITRATE,, ASCORBIC, ACID, (VITAMIN, C),, NATURAL, FLAVOR,, ARTIFICIAL, COLOR,, YELLOW, 5, LAKE,, SOY, LECITHIN,, TOCOPHEROL, (PRESERVE, FRESHNESS)..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
- •Tocopherol - Synthetic preservative
- •Yellow 5 Lake - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
This is an ultraprocessed product: a powdered, industrial formulation containing added sugars, maltodextrin, acidulants, stabilizers, artificial color, and other additives designed for shelf stability and flavor consistency.
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Common Questions about Country Time 6 Quart Drink Mix, Lemonade
Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! If you’re looking for a refreshing drink that’s perfect for summer gatherings, this lemonade mix fits the bill. However, with 24 grams of sugar per serving, it's definitely a sugary treat rather than a health elixir. So, think of it as an occasional indulgence rather than a daily staple.
