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Gatorade G Series Thirst Quencher, Fierce, Blue Cherry
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Gatorade G Series Thirst Quencher, Fierce, Blue Cherry

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

What You Should Know

Gatorade G Series Thirst Quencher, Fierce Blue Cherry is a brightly branded, shelf-stable sports drink most commonly found in the beverage aisle or cooler next to bottled water, electrolyte mixes, energy drinks, and other flavored sports beverages. Its 28 fl oz plastic bottle with a screw cap and bold blue label reads as a performance product — the sort you'd grab during a grocery run before practice or pick up at a gas station on the way to a game. Occasions for purchase include post-workout rehydration, sideline and game-day replenishment, and long drives or road trips where a sugary, flavored option is preferred to plain water. The brand positioning leans heavily into athletic performance and team-sport culture: marketed toward active teens and adults, gym-goers, and sports teams, Gatorade carries a legacy as an athletic staple rather than a premium or health-food item. Labels emphasize functional language like "Thirst Quencher" and electrolyte replacement rather than organic or natural certification; the ingredient list includes sugars, flavors, and color additives and does not make natural/organic claims. In plain terms, this is a highly processed, formulated beverage created to deliver quick flavor and quick energy. Sensory details: visually vivid blue color, thin, syrupy liquid with a sharp sweet-tart cherry flavor, mild salty mineral notes from electrolytes, and a slick mouthfeel from added stabilizers. Rituals around use are communal and sporty — shared in team coolers, sipped during halftime, or chugged after a run — reinforcing its identity as a convenient, performance-oriented treat in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 12
Servings per Container: 2.5
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,, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavor,, Sodium, Citrate,, Salt,, Monopotassium, Phosphate,, Modified, Food, Starch,, 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 multiple industrial ingredients (added sugars, artificial colors and flavors, modified starch, emulsifiers, electrolyte salts) and is a formulated ready-to-drink product, consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Gatorade G Series Thirst Quencher, Fierce, Blue Cherry

The Blue Cherry Gatorade is designed to help rehydrate and replenish electrolytes, especially during or after intense physical activity. While it does have a decent dose of sugar (21g per serving), it can serve as a quick energy boost for athletes. However, if you're just lounging on the couch, it might not be the healthiest choice compared to water or a naturally flavored beverage.

Perfect For

post-workout
game-day-prep
road-trip

Vibe:

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