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Pom Elderberry Boost Tea
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Pom Elderberry Boost Tea

Pom
12 foz
Available at Foodtown
70
Calories
0g
Protein
15g
Sugars
0mg
Sodium
24
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Pom Elderberry Boost Tea arrives in the chilled refrigerated beverage case alongside cold-brewed teas, ready-to-drink herbal blends, and functional drinks like kombucha and vitamin waters. You’ll often spot it near other single-serve bottles marketed for immunity or wellness rather than in the soda aisle. It fits into quick grab-and-go shopping trips, lunchbox rotations, light post-exercise refreshment, or a picked-up beverage for a road trip. Pom positions this product as a modern, health-forward alternative — a small-batch, fruit-forward brand voice that targets millennial and Gen X shoppers who want perceived natural benefits (elderberry, pomegranate) without brewing or juicing at home. The label leans on health halos: bold fruit imagery, “boost” language, and mentions of elderberry and pomegranate; it uses the word “natural” flavors and juice concentrates but does not display organic certification. In plain terms, the bottle is a processed, shelf-ready beverage made from extracts and concentrates rather than whole-pressed fruit. Sensory notes: the tea pours clear and lightly viscous, with a smooth, slightly syrupy mouthfeel from sugar and concentrates, tart pomegranate brightness, and a floral-berry elderberry top note; it’s served chilled from a slender 12 fl oz bottle that feels like a ritual refreshment — cracked open between errands, sipped at a desk, or shared on a picnic. Packaging cues and flavor promises create a wellness-oriented ritual: a conscious sip marketed as a small daily boost, convenient and reassuring in busy American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories70
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate18g7%
Total Sugars15g
Added Sugars10g20%
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

Black, Tea, (Water,, Black, Tea, Extract),, Sugar,, Pomegranate, Juice, Concentrate,, Pomegranate, Fruit, Extract,, Natural, Flavors,, Monk, Fruit, Juice, Concentrate,, Elderberry, Juice, Concentrate,, Citric, Acid..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains added sugar, juice concentrates, natural flavors, and extracts—ingredients typical of industrial formulations—so it aligns with ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4). The beverage is a formulated ready-to-drink product rather than a minimally processed tea or whole fruit.

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Common Questions about Pom Elderberry Boost Tea

The term 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, depending on what you're looking for. With 70 calories and 15 grams of total sugars per serving, it's not exactly a low-calorie drink, but it does offer some antioxidants from the pomegranate and elderberry. If you're craving something refreshing and fruity, it can fit into a balanced diet, especially when enjoyed in moderation!

Perfect For

back-to-school
road-trip
post-workout

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