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Mistic Mango Carrot
Beverages
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Mistic Mango Carrot

Mistic
15.90 foz
Available at Foodtown
240
Calories
0g
Protein
60g
Sugars
50mg
Sodium
23
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Mistic Mango Carrot is a bright, budget-friendly flavored juice drink you’re likely to find on the grocery shelf in the juice and flavored beverage aisle, stacked near other fruit drinks, juice blends, juice boxes and kids’ beverages rather than in the refrigerated cold-pressed or organic juice case. Packaged in a clear plastic bottle (15.9 fl oz) with colorful, tropical-themed labeling and a playful tagline, it leans into vacation vibes and family appeal. The brand positions itself as fun and accessible — a value-oriented choice aimed at parents buying for kids, teens, and anyone chasing sweet, tropical flavor without the premium price. Label copy emphasizes “25% juice” and “packed with vitamins A & C,” which creates a health halo despite the very sweet, syrupy taste and long ingredient list. There are no organic or clean-label certifications; ingredients include high fructose corn syrup, juice concentrates, natural flavors and Red 40. In plain terms, this is a highly processed beverage made from water, sweeteners and concentrates plus additives and colors. Sensory notes: pour it chilled over ice or drink straight from the bottle — it’s smooth and syrupy with an intensely sweet mango-forward aroma, a bright orange hue, and a silky mouthfeel from the dissolved sugars and concentrates. Rituals include packing it in lunchboxes, tossing a few bottles into a cooler for road trips or pool days, or using it as a kid-pleasing option at casual gatherings. It reads like a nostalgic, candy-adjacent take on fruit juice in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 bottle
Servings per Container: 1
Calories240
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium50mg2%
Total Carbohydrate62g23%
Total Sugars60g
Added Sugars48g96%
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,, Pear,, Orange,, Carrot,, and, Mango, Juice, Concentrates,, Citric, Acid,, Ascorbic, Acid, (Vitamin, C),, Natural, Flavors,, Red, 40..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Red 40 - 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 high fructose corn syrup, juice concentrates, artificial color and natural flavors, indicating multiple industrial ingredients and formulations typical of ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about Mistic Mango Carrot

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! While it does pack a fruity punch with mango and carrot juice, it also has a hefty dose of added sugars—48 grams per bottle, to be exact. If you're looking for a refreshing drink, it can be a fun treat, but it might be best enjoyed in moderation rather than as a daily staple.

Perfect For

back-to-school
road-trip
movie-night

Vibe:

nostalgicconvenientindulgentpractical
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