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Nesquik Strawberry Milk, 14 Fl Oz
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Nesquik Strawberry Milk, 14 Fl Oz

Nesquik
14 foz
Available at Foodtown
250
Calories
14g
Protein
38g
Sugars
180mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
30
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Nesquik Strawberry Milk (14 fl oz) is a bright, grab-and-go flavored milk found in the refrigerated dairy aisle alongside chocolate milk, ready-to-drink smoothies, and other single-serve dairy beverages. Its kid-friendly label, cheerful pink imagery and small resealable plastic bottle make it a common sight near lunchbox staples and family-friendly refrigerated displays. This product is often bought on quick grocery runs for after-school snacks, road trips, or as an easy treat to accompany sandwiches and cookies at casual meals. Brand positioning leans into nostalgia and family appeal — Nesquik markets to children and parents who want a sweet, familiar flavored milk, touting “100% real milk” and added vitamins while avoiding high fructose corn syrup as part of its health-forward messaging. The label emphasizes convenience and playfulness rather than organic or artisanal claims; there is no organic certification and the ingredient list includes both “natural and artificial” flavors and color additives. In plain language, this is a processed, ready-to-drink flavored milk that combines real milk with added sugars, stabilizers and color for consistent taste and texture. Sensory notes: intensely sweet strawberry flavor, creamy mouthfeel, vivid pink color from added dyes, and a smooth, slightly viscous texture from gums and cellulose additives. Packaging ritual is simple — chill, shake well, and drink straight from the resealable bottle or pour into a cup. It reads as an indulgent, convenient comfort beverage that bridges childhood routines and everyday family convenience in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 1
Calories250
% Daily Value*
Total Fat4g5%
Saturated Fat2.5g13%
Cholesterol20mg7%
Sodium180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate40g15%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars38g
Added Sugars18g36%
Protein14g
* 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

Lowfat, Milk,, Sugar,, Less, than, 2%, of, Calcium, Carbonate,, Cellulose, Gel,, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavor,, Carrageenan,, Gellan, Gum,, Cellulose, Gum,, Citric, Acid,, Salt,, Red, 3,, Vitamin, A, Palmitate,, Vitamin, D3..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Red 3 - 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 and additives (added sugar, colorants, stabilizers, natural/artificial flavors) and is a ready-to-drink formulated product, placing it in the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category.

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Common Questions about Nesquik Strawberry Milk, 14 Fl Oz

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! It's a tasty source of protein and calcium, which can be beneficial, especially for growing kids. However, with 38 grams of sugar per serving, it's definitely on the sweeter side, so moderation is key.

Perfect For

back-to-school
road-trip
movie-night

Vibe:

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