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Fresca 6 pk Mini Cans
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Fresca 6 pk Mini Cans

Fresca
45 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
25mg
Sodium
37
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Fresca 6 pk Mini Cans (six 7.5 fl oz cans, 45 fl oz total) sits in the grocery soda aisle among diet sodas, sparkling waters and cocktail mixers — often shelved near other zero-calorie and grapefruit-flavored sodas or placed on endcaps with party drinks. It reads like a grown-up citrus alternative: a crisp, effervescent grapefruit soda with a bright, slightly tart aroma and a light, fizzy mouthfeel served in slim aluminum mini cans. Shoppers reach for it on weekend brunch runs, when stocking up for game-day gatherings, or as a portable, no-sugar option for road trips and picnics. The brand leans into a sophisticated, social positioning — marketed to adults who want a calorie-free, “fancy” mixer or a sparkling stand-alone drink; it skews toward young professionals and mixers-minded consumers who appreciate a retro-yet-modern soda. Labels emphasize zero sugar and “natural flavors,” creating a health halo despite containing artificial sweeteners and several stabilizers and preservatives; there is no organic certification and nothing overtly kid-focused in the design. In plain terms, this is an industrially formulated, highly processed beverage built from carbonated water, sweetener blends and multiple additives to preserve flavor and texture. Sensory rituals include chilling the mini cans, popping one open at a brunch table, or adding it to a cocktail shaker for a grapefruit spritz. The packaging is portable and party-friendly, and the overall experience trades caloric sweetness for a sharp, bubbly citrus lift — convenient, celebratory and designed for social sipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 7.5
Servings per Container: 1
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium25mg1%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
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,, CITRIC, ACID,, CONCENTRATED, GRAPEFRUIT, JUICE,, POTASSIUM, CITRATE,, ASPARTAME,, POTASSIUM, SORBATE, (TO, PROTECT, TASTE),, ACACIA, GUM,, ACESULFAME, POTASSIUM,, NATURAL, FLAVORS,, GLYCEROL, ESTER, OF, ROSIN,, POTASSIUM, BENZOATE, AND, CALCIUM, DISODIUM, EDTA, (TO, PROTECT, TASTE),, CAROB, BEAN, GUM..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Potassium sorbate - Synthetic preservative
  • Potassium benzoate - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

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 artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame potassium), multiple emulsifiers/stabilizers and preservatives, indicating industrial formulations and little to no whole-food ingredients, so it is classified as ultra-processed.

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Common Questions about Fresca 6 pk Mini Cans

Fresca is a refreshing zero-calorie beverage that can be a nice alternative to sugary sodas. It's low in sugar and calories, making it a decent choice for those looking to cut back on sugar intake. However, 'healthy' can be subjective—it's best enjoyed as part of a balanced diet rather than a main source of hydration.

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
game-day-prep
road-trip

Vibe:

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