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Poland Spring Sparkling Water, Natural Spring, Lime Essence
Beverages
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Poland Spring Sparkling Water, Natural Spring, Lime Essence

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

What You Should Know

Poland Spring Sparkling Water, Natural Spring, Lime Essence presents itself as a crisp, low-key refresher in the sparkling water aisle. You'd find it shelved with other bottled waters and seltzers — near mixers, flavored waters, and club soda — often in single bottles or multipacks in the refrigerated section or on endcaps promoting 'natural' or zero-calorie options. It fits casual shopping trips for pantry basics, weekend brunches, road trips, or as a post-workout refresher when someone wants fizz without sugar. The brand leans on heritage and New England imagery: Poland Spring is positioned as a trustworthy, all-American spring-water label aimed at health-conscious adults who prefer recognizable mainstream brands over artisanal niche labels. Marketing emphasizes purity and nature, using terms like 'natural spring' and 'natural flavors' to create a health halo; there is no organic certification and no overt kid-oriented branding. Labels highlight zero calories, no sweeteners, and naturally occurring electrolytes for taste, plus recycling guidance and customer service contact info. In plain processing terms, the product is a commercially bottled, carbonated spring water flavored with added natural extracts. Sensory notes: the mouthfeel is lively, fine effervescence that lifts a subtle lime aroma and a faint citrus finish without sweetness. Packaging is typically clear PET bottles or multi-bottle shrink-wrapped packs, chilled and popped open as a casual ritual — sipped straight, poured over ice at a picnic, or used as a mixer for cocktails and mocktails. Its story in American grocery culture is that of a convenient, everyday fizzy water that promises natural-sounding refreshment with minimal fuss.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 8
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 the base is spring water, the addition of industrial carbonation and 'natural flavors' (processed flavor additives) packaged as a ready-to-drink beverage places it in the ultra-processed category under NOVA.

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Common Questions about Poland Spring Sparkling Water, Natural Spring, Lime Essence

Poland Spring Sparkling Water is a refreshing zero-calorie beverage that can be a healthy choice for hydration. It's free from sugars, artificial ingredients, and preservatives, making it a great alternative to sugary sodas. Just remember, while it’s healthy in the sense of being calorie-free and hydrating, it doesn’t provide any nutritional benefits like vitamins or minerals.

Perfect For

post-workout
road-trip
weekend-brunch

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