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Dr Pepper Zero Sugar Strawberries & Cream Soda 12 ea
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Dr Pepper Zero Sugar Strawberries & Cream Soda 12 ea

Dr Pepper
144 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
60mg
Sodium
24
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Dr Pepper Zero Sugar Strawberries & Cream is a sugar-free, zero-calorie flavored cola sold in a 12-pack of 12‑oz cans (144 fl oz total). You’ll typically find it in the soda aisle alongside other diet and zero‑sugar soft drinks, often near regular Dr Pepper, other flavored colas, and beverage mixers; multipacks are sometimes displayed on endcaps or stacked near snack aisles for impulse buys. This product fits casual occasions—game‑day parties, movie nights, road trips and weekend gatherings—where people want a familiar soda experience without sugar. Brand positioning leans on long-standing Americana: Dr Pepper’s heritage (23 flavors since 1885) targets younger adults and nostalgic fans who want bold, playful flavor and a recognizable name, while marketing highlights indulgent taste with a “zero sugar” convenience angle. The label carries typical diet/zero‑calorie health halos (“Zero Sugar,” “0 Calories”) but makes no organic or natural certification claims; it lists “natural and artificial flavors” and contains artificial sweeteners and preservatives, so it’s not positioned as a health food. Processing context: this is a highly processed, formulated beverage made from carbonated water, colorants, acidulants, preservatives and high‑intensity sweeteners. Sensory details: bright, effervescent carbonation with a thin, crisp mouthfeel, a sweet artificial strawberry top note and a smooth, creamy vanilla-like finish; caramel color gives a cola appearance. Packaging ritual is casual—chilled from a fridge, popped open at parties, or poured over ice—often consumed as a quick, refreshing treat or mixer for social occasions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 12
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium60mg3%
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:, Caramel, Color,, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavors,, Aspartame,, Acesulfame, Potassium,, Sodium, Benzoate, (Preservative),, Phosphoric, Acid,, Caffeine,, Sodium, Phosphate..

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 (artificial sweeteners, preservatives, colorants, and flavor formulations) and is a ready-to-drink formulated beverage, classifying it as ultra-processed. The ingredient list and manufacturing process align with NOVA group 4.

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Common Questions about Dr Pepper Zero Sugar Strawberries & Cream Soda 12 ea

Well, 'healthy' is a bit of a moving target, isn't it? This soda is calorie-free and has no added sugars, making it a lower-calorie option compared to regular sodas. But keep in mind, it’s still a processed beverage with artificial flavors and sweeteners, so it's best enjoyed in moderation rather than as a staple.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
road-trip

Vibe:

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