
Lipton Iced Tea, Citrus 12 ea
What You Should Know
Lipton Iced Tea, Citrus (12 ea) is a familiar chilled beverage often spotted in the grocery store beverage aisle or refrigerated cooler, shelved alongside other ready-to-drink teas, lemonades, and soft drinks. Packaged as a multi-pack of single-serve bottles or cans in bright, citrusy branding, it reads as an everyday refreshment for busy households. You’ll reach for it on hot afternoons, at picnics, or to stock a fridge for impromptu guests; it’s equally at home on a road trip, during backyard barbecues, or as a grab-and-go drink for kids’ lunches and sports sidelines. The Lipton name signals legacy and mass-market appeal — a brand positioned as convenient, reliable, and broadly accessible, marketed toward families and commuters who want a quick, flavorful alternative to water or soda. Labels emphasize “green tea” and “natural flavor” and may highlight vitamin C, creating a light health halo, though there is no organic certification and the look favors bright, family-friendly design rather than overtly “premium” cues. In plain terms this is a highly processed ready-to-drink product made from water, sweeteners (including high fructose corn syrup and sugar), preservatives, acidulants, and flavor extracts. Sensory notes: a cold, thin, brightly sweetened liquid with a pronounced citrus tang and a mild green-tea background; texture is smooth and easy-sipping rather than complex. Rituals around it are habitual — cool a pack in the fridge, pull a bottle for a road trip or a backyard meal, or hand to kids after activities. Its convenience and recognizable branding make it a pantry staple in many American homes.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Water,, High, Fructose, Corn, Syrup,, Citric, Acid,, Natural, Flavor,, Sodium, Hexametaphosphate, (to, Protect, Flavor),, Green, Tea,, Ascorbic, Acid, (Vitamin, C),, Potassium, Sorbate, (Preserves, Freshness),, Phosphoric, Acid,, Sugar,, Acesulfame, Potassium,, Calcium, Disodium, EDTA, (to, Protect, Flavor),, Honey.
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
This ready-to-drink iced tea contains industrial ingredients and additives (high fructose corn syrup, artificial sweetener, preservatives, phosphates, EDTA, and 'natural flavors'), characteristic of ultra-processed foods. Its manufacturing and formulation prioritize shelf-stability and flavor over whole ingredients, aligning with NOVA group 4.
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Common Questions about Lipton Iced Tea, Citrus 12 ea
Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! This iced tea has 100 calories and 25 grams of sugar per bottle, which might not make it the best choice for everyday hydration. It's refreshing, sure, but if you're looking for a drink that's low in sugar or high in nutrients, you might want to explore some other options.
