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Crush Soda, Orange
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Crush Soda, Orange

Crush
67.60 foz
Available at Foodtown
160
Calories
0g
Protein
43g
Sugars
70mg
Sodium
23
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Crush Soda, Orange (67.60 fl oz) is a bright, mass-market orange soda that you’ll typically find in the beverage aisle and refrigerated coolers alongside other carbonated soft drinks, mixers and party-sized bottles. The label’s vivid orange graphics and playful “Crush” name position it as a fun, family-friendly choice for gatherings, backyard barbecues and kid-centered occasions. It’s marketed toward budget-conscious shoppers and nostalgic soda fans who want a classic, candy-like orange flavor; promotional sweepstakes language on the package reinforces an accessible, mainstream marketing angle. The front label leans on a small “naturally flavored” claim, but there’s no organic certification and the ingredient list includes high fructose corn syrup, sodium benzoate, artificial colors (Yellow 6, Red 40), modified corn starch and emulsifiers—so any “natural” halo is limited to flavor wording rather than whole-food claims. In plain terms, this is a highly processed soft drink produced at scale in a factory, assembled from concentrated flavors, sweeteners and stabilizers. Sensory notes: bright, intensely sweet and syrupy, with sharp carbonation and a candy-like orange aroma and flavor; the mouthfeel is slick and fizzy. Packaging is a large PET plastic bottle designed for sharing; common rituals include pouring over ice at family meals, serving it at parties and tailgates, or grabbing it for a road trip cooler. Nutrition-wise a standard 12 fl oz serving contains about 160 calories and roughly 43 g of sugar, and the product is caffeine-free.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 12.0
Servings per Container: 6
Calories160
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium70mg3%
Total Carbohydrate43g16%
Total Sugars43g
Added Sugars43g86%
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,, Citric, Acid,, Sodium, Benzoate, (Preservative),, Natural, Flavors,, Modified, Corn, Starch,, Ester, Gum,, Yellow, 6,, Salt,, Red, 40..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sodium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
  • Yellow 6 - Artificial coloring
  • Red 40 - Artificial coloring
No PreservativeNo Additive

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 industrial ingredients (high fructose corn syrup, preservatives, artificial colors, modified starch, emulsifiers) and is a factory-formulated beverage, fitting the NOVA ultra-processed category.

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Common Questions about Crush Soda, Orange

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? Crush Orange Soda packs in 160 calories and a whopping 43 grams of sugar per serving, which is definitely on the higher side. If you're looking for a refreshing treat every now and then, it’s fine, but if you're aiming for everyday hydration, you might want to consider something with fewer added sugars.

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
road-trip

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