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Philly Swirl Sorbet Chillers
Frozen Foods
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Philly Swirl Sorbet Chillers

PhillySwirl
21 foz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
0g
Protein
25g
Sugars
0mg
Sodium
104
Ingredients

What You Should Know

PhillySwirl Sorbet Chillers arrive in a brightly colored 21 fl oz multipack that reads like a kid‑friendly frozen treat: bold swirls, playful type, and photos of vibrant Cotton Candy, Cherry Melon, Hurricane, Rainbow, Lime Lemonade and Sunburst scoops. You’d spot it in the supermarket freezer aisle near ice cream tubs, sherbets, popsicles and other novelty frozen snacks—often adjacent to family‑size desserts and single‑serve squeeze pops for children. It fits quick summer occasions and impulse buys: backyard BBQs, pool parties, kids’ lunchbox extras after being thawed, and easy grabs for movie nights or road trips. PhillySwirl positions itself as a fun, colorful brand aimed at families with young children and teens, trading on nostalgia (cotton candy and bright fruit flavors) and convenience rather than gourmet claims. The label leans into playful imagery and may call out “natural flavors” and small amounts of fruit juice concentrate on some flavors, but it lacks organic certification and makes no substantial health claims; the package also prominently displays calorie (100) and sugar (25 g) per serving, which parents will notice. Processing context: this is a highly processed frozen novelty containing added sugars, stabilizing gums, color additives and flavorings. Sensory details: the texture is icy yet syrupy with a smooth, slightly gelled mouthfeel from pectin, xanthan and guar; colors are neon and eye‑catching. Rituals around consumption are informal—kids tearing open a single tube or adults scooping from the multipack, sticky fingers and quick melts on hot days. The product is about fun, color and instant gratification more than nutrition.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 6
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate25g9%
Total Sugars25g
Added Sugars25g50%
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

Cotton, Candy:, Water,, Sugar,, Artificial, Flavor,, Artificial, Colors, (Red, #40,, Blue, #1,, Yellow, #6),, Pectin,, Xanthan, Gum,, Guar, Gum., Cherry, Melon:, Water,, Sugar,, Natural, Flavors,, Citric, Acid,, Pectin,, Xanthan, Gum,, Guar, Gum,, Red, #40,, Yellow, #6,, Blue, #1., Hurricane, &, Rainbow:, Water,, Sugar,, Natural, Flavors,, Citric, Acid,, Pectin,, Xanthan, Gum,, Guar, Gum,, Red, #40,, Blue, #1., Lime, Lemonade:, Water,, Sugar,, Citric, Acid,, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavors,, Pectin,, Lime, Juice, Concentrate,, Lemon, Juice, Concentrate,, Xanthan, Gum,, Guar, Gum,, Yellow, #5,, Blue, #1., Sunburst:, Water,, Sugar,, Citric, Acid,, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavors,, Orange, Juice, Concentrate,, Pectin,, Xanthan, Gum,, Guar, Gum,, Red, #40,, Yellow, #6,, Blue, #1..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Red #40 - Artificial coloring
  • Blue #1 - Artificial coloring
  • Yellow #6 - Artificial coloring
  • Yellow #5 - 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 (artificial colors/flavors, emulsifiers/stabilizers like xanthan/guar/pectin) and high added sugar, characteristic of ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about Philly Swirl Sorbet Chillers

Well, 'healthy' can be pretty subjective! These sorbet chillers are definitely a fun treat, but they do pack in a whopping 25 grams of sugar per serving. If you're looking for something refreshing on a hot day, they're a delightful choice, just maybe not your go-to for everyday snacking.

Perfect For

movie-night
road-trip
back-to-school

Vibe:

nostalgicindulgentconvenient
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