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Mr. Green Tea Ice Cream Ginger
Frozen Foods
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Mr. Green Tea Ice Cream Ginger

Mr. Green Tea
1 pt
Available at Foodtown
240
Calories
5g
Protein
70mg
Sodium
16
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Mr. Green Tea Ice Cream Ginger arrives in a one‑pint carton that you’ll find in the supermarket frozen aisle, shelved with other specialty and small‑brand ice creams near premium pints, ethnic flavors, and gelatos. It reads like a pantry indulgence for adults: retro branding (Est. 1968), a calm, zen-forward tagline and an emphasis on all‑natural ingredients and rBGH‑free milk. This pint suits impulse stops for dessert, sit‑down weekend treats, or a distinctive addition to an Asian‑inspired meal at home — think a spoonful after sushi night or scooped atop warm ginger cake. The brand positions itself toward health‑minded, nostalgic shoppers who want simpler ingredient lists and artisanal flavor stories; its copy leans comforting and slightly boutique rather than mass‑market. Labels tout “All natural,” “Pure cane sugar,” and “rBGH free,” creating a wholesome halo even though there’s no organic or certified claim displayed. On the processing side: it’s an industrially made ice cream that mixes real dairy and fresh ginger with stabilizing agents (guar gum, xanthan gum, carrageenan) to achieve shelf stability and smooth mouthfeel. Sensory details: a dense, creamy base with a clean milky sweetness and a warm, peppery ginger bite; minced ginger provides flecks and chewy pops amid the velvet texture. Rituals include scooping into small bowls for mindful, two‑scoop moments or spooning straight from the carton while curled up for movie night. Packaging is a familiar paperboard pint with a sealed lid, easy to stash in a home freezer between special occasions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 113.0 g
Servings per Container: 4
Calories240
% Daily Value*
Total Fat14g18%
Saturated Fat8g40%
Cholesterol60mg20%
Sodium70mg3%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein5g
* 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

Milk,, Cream,, Pure, Cane, Sugar,, Skim, Milk,, Ginger, Puree,, Minced, Ginger,, Guar, Gum,, Xanthan, Gum,, Carrageenan..

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 real dairy and ginger but also added industrial stabilizers (guar gum, xanthan gum, carrageenan) and refined sugar; formulation and additives align with ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4).

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Common Questions about Mr. Green Tea Ice Cream Ginger

Healthiness can be a bit subjective! With 240 calories per serving and 14 grams of fat, it’s certainly a treat rather than a health food. However, if you're looking for a delicious dessert that satisfies a sweet tooth without artificial ingredients, this ice cream is a tasty option.

Perfect For

movie-night
weekend-brunch
road-trip

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