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Gatorade G Series 6 Pack, 12 Ounce, Orange
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Gatorade G Series 6 Pack, 12 Ounce, Orange

Gatorade
72 foz
Available at Foodtown
80
Calories
0g
Protein
21g
Sugars
160mg
Sodium
23
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Gatorade G Series 6 Pack, 12 Ounce, Orange is a familiar sight in the beverage aisle of most American supermarkets — usually on lower shelves in the sports drink section near bottled water, electrolyte mixes, energy drinks, and refrigerated juices. Packaged as six clear plastic 12-ounce bottles shrink-wrapped together, it reads as a grab-and-go solution for active days. Shoppers reach for it during errand runs after gym sessions, for team-sport practices, or to stock up before road trips and tailgates. The brand is positioned as performance-focused: athletic, scientific, and widely recognized for hydration and electrolyte replacement. Marketing targets athletes, active teens, and weekend warriors with bold logos, bright colors, and endorsements tied to sports performance. The label leans into health halos like “replenish electrolytes” and “scientifically formulated,” while including a non-specific “natural flavor” claim; there is no organic or whole-food certification. In plain terms it’s a highly processed sports beverage made from water, sugars, salts, and several food additives. Sensory expectations are immediate: a bright, sweet orange aroma, slick watery mouthfeel with a slightly syrupy sweetness and a tangy acidic lift from citric acid; artificial Yellow 6 gives a vivid orange hue. Rituals around consumption are practical and social — sipped between drills, cracked open on the sidelines, or passed around at a summer barbecue. The multipack encourages stocking up for activities rather than single treats, and the disposable plastic bottles reinforce convenience and portability in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium160mg7%
Total Carbohydrate22g8%
Total Sugars21g
Added Sugars21g42%
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

Water,, Sugar,, Dextrose,, Citric, Acid,, Salt,, Sodium, Citrate,, Monopotassium, Phosphate,, Gum, Arabic,, Natural, Flavor,, Sucrose, Acetate, Isobutyrate,, Glycerol, Ester, of, Rosin,, Yellow, 6..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate - Processed emulsifier
  • Glycerol Ester of Rosin - Processed emulsifier
  • Yellow 6 - Artificial coloring
No EmulsifierNo 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 multiple industrial ingredients (added sugars, dextrose), synthetic additives (color Yellow 6, emulsion/stabilizers like glycerol ester of rosin and sucrose acetate isobutyrate) and is produced through extensive industrial processing, consistent with ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about Gatorade G Series 6 Pack, 12 Ounce, Orange

The G Series packs a punch with 80 calories and 21 grams of sugar per 12-ounce serving, making it a quick source of energy, especially during intense workouts. However, if you're looking for a daily drink, you might want to balance it with water or more nutrient-dense options. It's all about context — if you’re sweating it out, this could be a great choice!

Perfect For

post-workout
game-day-prep
road-trip

Vibe:

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