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Kool Aid Jammers 10 Pack, Grape
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Kool Aid Jammers 10 Pack, Grape

Kool-Aid
60 foz
Available at Foodtown
45
Calories
0g
Protein
10g
Sugars
35mg
Sodium
34
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Kool-Aid Jammers Grape 10-pack (ten 6 fl oz pouches, 60 fl oz total) is a brightly boxed, kid-focused shelf-stable drink sold alongside juice boxes and single-serve beverages. You’ll typically find it in the grocery aisle with other kids’ drinks and juice pouches, often near lunchbox items, party supplies, and snack endcaps. Packaged in flexible plastic pouches with an attached straw, it’s designed for grab-and-go moments—school lunches, beach days, and picnic baskets. The brand leans on playful, nostalgic cues: vivid purple graphics, bold type, and messaging aimed at parents and kids (“fun,” “flavorful,” and a comparative sugar claim). Marketing positions it as an affordable, family-friendly treat rather than a health beverage; the label highlights “75% less sugar than leading regular sodas” per serving and lists added vitamin C, which can create a light health halo despite artificial colors, sweeteners, and no organic certification. Ingredient notes on the package include sweeteners, flavorings, colors, and a preservative—plainly, this is a highly processed, shelf-stable flavored drink. Sensory impressions: a thin, brightly sweet grape liquid with intense artificial fruit aroma and a syrupy sweetness that registers quickly on the palate; the color is vivid purple from Red 40 and Blue 1. Rituals around the product are simple and social—kids tearing open the pouch at lunchtime, handing them out at birthday parties, or slipping them into coolers for road trips. It’s a convenience-driven, celebratory beverage anchored in childhood routines and American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2
Servings per Container: 5
Calories45
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium35mg2%
Total Carbohydrate11g4%
Total Sugars10g
Added Sugars10g20%
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

FILTERED, WATER,, HIGH, FRUCTOSE, CORN, SYRUP,, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF, CITRIC, ACID,, ASCORBIC, ACID, (VITAMIN, C),, NATURAL, AND, ARTIFICIAL, FLAVOR,, SUCRALOSE, (SWEETENER),, SODIUM, CITRATE,, RED, 40,, BLUE, 1,CALCIUM, DISODIUM, EDTA, (TO, PRESERVE, FRESHNESS)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Calcium Disodium EDTA - Synthetic preservative
  • Red 40 - Artificial coloring
  • Blue 1 - Artificial coloring
No PreservativeNo 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 (high fructose corn syrup, sucralose, artificial colors/flavors, preservatives) and is a ready-to-drink, shelf-stable beverage, meeting criteria for ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Kool Aid Jammers 10 Pack, Grape

Ah, the age-old question! Kool-Aid Jammers can be a fun treat, but they're not what you'd call 'health food.' With 10 grams of added sugars per serving, they're definitely more of a sugary indulgence than a health booster. Think of them as a tasty, nostalgic drink rather than a nutritional powerhouse.

Perfect For

back-to-school
road-trip
movie-night

Vibe:

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