
Polar Seltzer Diet Blackcherry
What You Should Know
Polar Seltzer Diet Blackcherry arrives on the shelf as a familiar, diet-oriented sparkling water option — often stocked in the beverage aisle among other flavored seltzers, near diet sodas, mixers, and club soda, and sometimes chilled in refrigerated coolers for grab-and-go. It suits quick grocery runs for people replacing sugary sodas, cocktail preps at home, or pantry-stock runs when you want a fizzy, flavored zero-calorie option. The brand leans on a New England heritage image and simple, nostalgic packaging, positioning itself for adults who want a playful soda-like flavor without the sugar or calories; its marketing skews toward calorie-conscious shoppers, casual cocktail-makers, and flavor-minded millennials and Gen Xers. The label communicates a health halo through the word “Diet” and prominent low-calorie signaling rather than organic or natural-certification seals; it lists “Natural & Artificial Flavors,” but carries no organic or whole-food claims and isn’t kid-branded despite bright color cues. In plain terms, this is a highly processed flavored sparkling water made with sweetener, colorants, preservatives, and flavor concentrates. Sensory notes: a brisk, effervescent mouthfeel with a sharp, cherry-soda aroma and a crisp, slightly artificial sweetness on the finish; the liquid often appears faintly tinted while packaged in a clear plastic bottle or can with a minimalist label. Rituals include chilled solo sipping, mixing into low-calorie cocktails, or offering as a soda stand-in at gatherings. Consumers choose it for convenience, variety of flavors, and a sugar-free sensory hit that mimics classic soda without the calories.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Carbonated, Water,, Citric, Acid,, Caramel, Color,, Potassium, Benzoate, (Preservative),, Aspartame,, Potassium, Citrate,, Natural, &, Artificial, Flavors,, Red, 40,, Blue, 1..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Potassium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
- •Red 40 - Artificial coloring
- •Blue 1 - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains multiple industrial additives (artificial sweetener, colors, preservatives, and 'natural & artificial flavors') and is manufactured to be a ready-to-drink flavored beverage, which fits the ultra-processed category.
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Common Questions about Polar Seltzer Diet Blackcherry
Well, ‘healthy’ can be pretty subjective! This bubbly treat is low in calories, with just 5 per serving, and has no added sugars. If you’re looking for a refreshing drink without the guilt, it fits the bill, but it’s not a substitute for whole foods. Just keep in mind it’s not packed with nutrients, either.
