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Poland Spring Sparkling Water, Black Cherry, 33.8 oz. Bottle
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Poland Spring Sparkling Water, Black Cherry, 33.8 oz. Bottle

POLAND SPRING
33.80 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
5
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Poland Spring Sparkling Water Black Cherry lands in the refrigerated sparkling water or bottled water aisle, often shelved beside other flavored seltzers, club-size still waters, and cocktail mixers. In American grocery culture it reads as a health-forward, on-the-go alternative to soda: shoppers pull it for brunch mimosas, post-workout cooldowns, family road trips, or simply to add interest to a weekday glass of water. The Poland Spring name evokes a long-standing regional spring-water heritage, positioned toward mainstream, health-conscious adults and families who want a familiar brand rather than craft-boutique labels. Packaging calls out clean, simple benefits — zero calories, no sugars, no sweeteners or colors — and leans on “natural” language; there’s no organic certification and no child-targeted marketing. On the label the short ingredient list (spring water, CO2, natural flavors) creates a strong health halo, implying purity and simplicity even though the product is industrially carbonated and flavored. Sensory notes are crisp and effervescent: light, persistent bubbles lift a subtle black cherry aroma and a faint fruity finish without sweetness, packaged in a large 33.8 oz PET bottle meant to be chilled, poured into a glass with ice, or used as a mixer with spirits. The ritual is refreshment-first — cracked open for an afternoon pick-me-up or brought to a picnic. Processing context: it’s a commercially processed, ready-to-drink sparkling water with added flavoring and carbonation produced at scale rather than a raw spring pour.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 12.0
Servings per Container: 3
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
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

Spring, Water,, CO2,, Natural, Flavors.

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Although ingredients are few, the product is industrially carbonated and contains added 'natural flavors' and is sold as a ready-to-drink packaged beverage, fitting NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed). The manufacturing and formulation processes place it in the ultra-processed category despite the simple-sounding label.

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Common Questions about Poland Spring Sparkling Water, Black Cherry, 33.8 oz. Bottle

That’s a great question! Poland Spring Black Cherry Sparkling Water is calorie-free and contains no sugars or artificial ingredients, making it a refreshing choice if you're looking to stay hydrated without extra calories. It's a nice alternative to sugary sodas, especially if you're trying to cut back on sugar in your diet.

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
post-workout
road-trip

Vibe:

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