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Fever  Tree Elderflower Tonic Water  Tonic Water
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Fever Tree Elderflower Tonic Water Tonic Water

Fever-Tree
16.90 foz
Available at Foodtown
80
Calories
0g
Protein
18.7g
Sugars
0mg
Sodium
14
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Fever-Tree Elderflower Tonic Water is a premium, ready-to-serve mixer that you’ll typically find in the beverage or cocktail-mixer aisle, often shelved near craft sodas, artisanal mixers and the gin section. Packaged in a roughly 16.9 fl oz clear glass bottle with an understated, upscale label, it signals an adult-oriented, giftable vibe rather than something aimed at kids. This tonic blends carbonated spring water with sugar, citric acid, hand-picked English elderflower extract and natural quinine to deliver a crisp, bubbly mouthfeel with a floral top note and a faint, pleasant bitterness; nutrition facts list about 80 calories and 18.7 g sugars per serving, so it’s best appreciated as an occasional indulgence or cocktail ingredient. In American grocery culture it fits weekend brunches, dinner-party cocktail carts, and well-stocked home bars — shoppers buy it for celebrations, date-night mixes or to elevate a simple gin-and-tonic. Fever-Tree positions itself as an artisanal, quality-first brand: marketing leans into natural ingredients (“fresh elderflower extract,” “natural flavorings,” “no artificial sweeteners”) and provenance (quinine from fever trees of the Eastern Congo), appealing to cocktail enthusiasts and shoppers willing to pay more for perceived authenticity. The label emphasizes natural claims rather than organic certification; there’s no kid-focused branding. Processing-wise, it’s a manufactured, shelf-stable carbonated beverage with added sugar and flavor extracts. Serve chilled over ice with a slice of citrus or as a nonalcoholic spritz — the ritual is simple, social, and centered on taste and presentation rather than convenience alone.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 8.0
Servings per Container: 2
Calories80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate20.4g7%
Total Sugars18.7g
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, Spring, Water,, Sugar,, Fresh, Elderflower, Extract,, Citric, Acid,, Natural, Flavorings, Including, Natural, Quinine..

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?

This is an industrially produced, sweetened carbonated beverage with added flavorings and citric acid; such ready-to-drink mixers are classified as ultra-processed due to formulation and manufacturing.

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Common Questions about Fever Tree Elderflower Tonic Water Tonic Water

Well, 'healthy' can mean different things to different folks! This tonic water is low in calories, but it does pack a sweet punch with about 18.7 grams of sugar per serving. If you're looking for a refreshing mixer or a fun beverage to enjoy occasionally, it can definitely fit into a balanced diet, just keep an eye on that sugar content!

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
game-day-prep
movie-night

Vibe:

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