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Gatorade G Series 8 Pack 20 Ounce, Frost Glacier Freeze
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Gatorade G Series 8 Pack 20 Ounce, Frost Glacier Freeze

Gatorade
160 foz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
0g
Protein
34g
Sugars
270mg
Sodium
21
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Gatorade G Series 8 Pack 20 Ounce, Frost Glacier Freeze is a bright, highly branded sports drink sold in packs of 20-ounce plastic bottles (total 160 fl oz). In a typical American grocery store you will find it in the refrigerated sports drinks cooler or on endcaps in the beverages aisle near bottled water, energy drinks, and powdered electrolyte mixes; mass retailers also stock multipacks on pallet displays by the front-of-store seasonal area during sports season. It fits shopping trips centered on athletics, team practices, road trips, and tailgates — any occasion where quick hydration and flavor are wanted rather than a meal. The brand positions itself as performance-first, marketed to athletes, weekend warriors, youth sports teams, and people who want rapid electrolyte replenishment; its cultural associations include competitive sports, high school fields, gym bags, and sponsorship of professional teams. The label leans into functional claims like replenishes electrolytes and highlights flavor names and bright colors; you will see no organic certification, and the ingredient list contains sweeteners, artificial color, and additives despite a lone natural flavor claim. Processing context: this is a highly processed, shelf-stable sports beverage made from refined sugars, salts, and formulated additives. Sensory details: the liquid is thin and syrupy, cold and thirst-quenching with a sharp sweet-tart citrus-blue taste and a bright blue hue from Blue 1; the plastic bottle is lightweight with a screw cap for quick sips, encouraging ritualized consumption between sets, during games, or after long drives. Packaging often emphasizes convenience and instant energy rather than whole-food nutrition.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 1
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium270mg12%
Total Carbohydrate36g13%
Total Sugars34g
Added Sugars34g68%
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,, Modified, Food, Starch,, Natural, Flavor,, Glycerol, Ester, of, Rosin,, Blue, 1..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Blue 1 - Artificial coloring
No 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 refined sugars, artificial color (Blue 1), modified food starch, and emulsifiers with a long ingredient list and industrially formulated electrolytes, consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Gatorade G Series 8 Pack 20 Ounce, Frost Glacier Freeze

Well, that depends on how you define 'healthy.' If you're an athlete or someone who sweats a lot, this drink can help replenish electrolytes and provide quick energy thanks to its sugar content. However, if you're just lounging on the couch, it might not be the best choice due to its high sugar content.

Perfect For

post-workout
game-day-prep
road-trip

Vibe:

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