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Polar Seltzer Blackberry Mango
Beverages
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Polar Seltzer Blackberry Mango

Polar
33.80 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
4
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Polar Seltzer Blackberry Mango is a premium sparkling water that you’d typically find in the beverage aisle’s sparkling-water or mixer section, shelved alongside other flavored seltzers, tonic waters and club sodas, and near cocktail mixers. It fits neatly into a variety of shopping trips — from weekend brunches and casual get-togethers to road-trip restocks and post-workout hydration — because it offers bright flavor without calories or sweeteners. The brand leans on a New England, family-crafted origin story and positions itself as a heritage, artisanal choice for adults who want a crisp, flavorful beverage without sugar; marketing skews toward health-conscious, flavor-seeking consumers who appreciate nostalgia and craft. Labels emphasize “Natural Flavors,” “Triple-Filtered Water,” zero calories and the long history (“Family Made Since 1882”), creating a health-halo effect without organic certification or kid-focused graphics. The product is packaged in a 33.8 fl oz (1 L) recyclable bottle with a screw cap designed to be chilled and poured; serving rituals include sipping straight from the bottle, pouring over ice, or using as a mixer for cocktails and mocktails. Sensory notes: bright effervescence with long-lasting, fine bubbles, a clean, crisp mouthfeel and a subtle fruit aroma from concentrated flavor essences. Processing context (brief): carbonation is applied industrially and the flavor components are concentrated extracts distilled from natural sources, so while the ingredient list is short, the beverage is produced using commercial carbonation and flavor-extraction processes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 12
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

Carbonated, Water,, 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 ingredient list is short, the product uses industrially produced concentrated 'natural flavors' and is a formulated, packaged beverage; those characteristics align with NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).

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Common Questions about Polar Seltzer Blackberry Mango

The Blackberry Mango Seltzer is pretty much a guilt-free bubbly treat! With zero calories and no added sugars, it's a refreshing choice if you're looking to hydrate without the extra calories. Just remember, it’s not a meal replacement, so pair it with some wholesome snacks for a balanced approach.

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
post-workout
road-trip

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