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Gatorade G Series Frost Glacier Cherry, 8 Pack
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Gatorade G Series Frost Glacier Cherry, 8 Pack

Gatorade
160 foz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
0g
Protein
34g
Sugars
270mg
Sodium
19
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Gatorade G Series Frost Glacier Cherry arrives on the shelf as a familiar, brightly branded contender in the sports-drink aisle — often displayed next to bottled water, electrolyte powders, energy drinks and refrigerated sports-beverage cases. Shoppers commonly find 8-packs or multi-packs stacked on endcaps during seasonal sports push periods or near checkout for impulse buys. This product fits shopping trips centered on athletic training, team practices, road trips, and tailgates: grab-and-go hydration for a sweaty gym session, a weekend soccer game, or a long drive. The brand projects performance and athleticism; marketing skews to active adolescents and adults, amateur athletes and parents buying for youth sports, pairing science-forward claims (electrolytes, G Series performance line) with high-energy visuals. Label design leans on bold colors and sport cues rather than child-focused characters, and it uses small health halos — “electrolytes” and “natural flavor” — without organic or clean-label certification. Processing context: this is an industrially processed, shelf-stable flavored electrolyte beverage that combines refined sugars and added functional salts. Sensory details: the drink pours thin and bright, with an immediately sweet, cherry-fruit aroma and a slightly syrupy midpalate tempered by tart citric acid and a saline minerality; finish is clean and lightly drying. Packaging is typical single-serve plastic bottles sold in an 8-pack carrier or shrinkwrap, encouraging ritual usage — pre/post-workout chugs, sideline handoffs, and cooler stashes at picnics or games. The overall story is utility-first: a convenient, branded hydration tool embedded in American sports and travel culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
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,, Natural, Flavor,, Salt,, Sodium, Citrate,, Monopotassium, Phosphate,, Modified, Food, Starch,, Glycerol, Ester, of, Rosin..

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 and multiple industrial additives (modified food starch, glycerol ester of rosin, flavorings, electrolyte salts), indicating extensive industrial formulation and processing consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Gatorade G Series Frost Glacier Cherry, 8 Pack

The healthiness of Glacier Cherry Gatorade really depends on what you’re using it for. If you’re an athlete needing quick hydration and energy, this drink can be quite beneficial with its sugars and electrolytes. However, if you're just looking for a casual beverage, the high sugar content might make it less appealing.

Perfect For

post-workout
game-day-prep
road-trip

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