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Polar Seltzer Diet Rootbeer
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Polar Seltzer Diet Rootbeer

Polar
33.80 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
14
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Polar Seltzer Diet Rootbeer is a zero-calorie, carbonated soft drink positioned as a lighter, fizzy alternative to traditional root beer. You’ll usually find it in the soda and sparkling water aisle, shelved alongside other seltzers, diet sodas, mixers, and bottled waters — often stacked near multipacks of cans and larger single-serve bottles for grab-and-go shoppers. It fits errands and everyday runs: a last-minute addition for a picnic, a fizzy option for a backyard BBQ, or a calorie-conscious swap for cola at a casual meal. Polar’s branding leans nostalgic and regional, appealing to consumers who want classic soda flavors without sugar; marketing targets adults seeking familiar taste with a diet or lifestyle framing rather than children, and the can/bottle art tends toward simple, retro-inspired typography. Labels may carry health-halo cues such as “diet” and “zero calories” and often mention “natural flavors,” but there’s no organic certification and the ingredient list includes artificial flavors and sweeteners. In plain terms, this is an ultra-processed flavored beverage made from carbonated water plus colorings, flavorings, sweetener and a preservative. Sensory notes: it pours effervescent and crisp with fine carbonation, a creamy vanilla-tinged root-beer aroma cut by the bright snap of seltzer, and a lingering sweetness from aspartame rather than sugar. Packaging in a 33.8 fl oz bottle makes it communal — cracked open for sharing at a movie night or popped into a cooler for a road trip — and the ritual is casual: chilled, poured over ice or drunk straight from the bottle for a quick, fizzy pick-me-up.

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,, Caramel, Color,, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavors,, Aspartame,, Potassium, Benzoate, (Preservative),, Citric, Acid..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Potassium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
  • Caramel Color - Artificial coloring
No PreservativeNo Additive

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?

Contains industrial ingredients and additives such as aspartame, caramel color, natural and artificial flavors, and a preservative, indicating extensive industrial processing typical of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Polar Seltzer Diet Rootbeer

The definition of 'healthy' can vary widely depending on your dietary goals. If you're looking for a zero-calorie, refreshing beverage without added sugars, this Diet Rootbeer fits the bill. It’s great for hydrating without the extra calories, but like any product with artificial ingredients, moderation is key!

Perfect For

movie-night
road-trip
game-day-prep

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