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Popsicle Orange, Cherry & Grape 18 ct
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Popsicle Orange, Cherry & Grape 18 ct

Popsicle
29.70 foz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
0g
Protein
21g
Sugars
10mg
Sodium
45
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Popsicle Orange, Cherry & Grape 18 ct is a classic frozen novelty you’ll find stacked in the supermarket freezer section with other ice pops, novelty ice creams and frozen treats. Packaged as a colorful 18-count box of individually wrapped stick pops, it sits near family-sized frozen desserts and seasonal summer items like pool toys and barbecue supplies. This product fits summer shopping trips, kids’ birthday parties, after-school snacks and casual backyard gatherings — anytime someone wants a quick, portable sweet treat. The Popsicle brand carries strong American cultural associations: nostalgic, family-oriented and broadly targeted at kids and parents seeking inexpensive, fun refreshments. Marketing leans heavily on bright, primary-colored imagery, simple flavor cues and the brand’s long history, positioning it as an accessible indulgence rather than a health food. Label characteristics include kid-friendly graphics, a low-calorie-per-pop callout and a “now made with natural colors” claim; the ingredient list still shows multiple sweeteners, gums and flavors, and there is no organic certification. Sensory details: the texture is icy and smooth with a syrupy fruit-forward bite that melts quickly in the mouth; flavors are bright but sweet rather than true-to-the-fruit. Ritual context often involves unwrapping a plastic-wrapped stick pop, handing it to a child or setting out a box on a hot day, and watching it drip on a sidewalk. In plain language, this is an industrially formulated frozen snack made from refined syrups, fruit concentrates, stabilizers and flavorings — convenient and nostalgic, but highly processed.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3
Servings per Container: 6
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium10mg0%
Total Carbohydrate28g10%
Total Sugars21g
Added Sugars21g42%
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

Water,, High, Fructose, Corn, Syrup,, Corn, Syrup,, Less, than, 2%, of:, Sugar,, Beet, Juice,, Vegetable, Juice,, Turmeric, Extract,, Annatto, Extract, (for, Color), Guar, Gum,, Malic, Acid,, Citric, Acid,, Ascorbic, Acid, (Vitamin, C),, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavor,, Cherry, Juice, Concentrate,, Grape, Juice, Concentrate,, Locust, Bean, Gum..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Annatto Extract - Artificial coloring
No Additive

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?

The ingredient list is dominated by refined sweeteners (high fructose corn syrup, corn syrup), added gums, artificial and natural flavors, and color extracts, indicating industrial formulation and multiple processing steps typical of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Popsicle Orange, Cherry & Grape 18 ct

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! If you're looking for a refreshing treat on a hot day, these popsicles can definitely hit the spot. However, they are high in added sugars and made with high fructose corn syrup, so it's best to enjoy them in moderation rather than as a daily snack.

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
back-to-school

Vibe:

nostalgicconvenientindulgentcomforting
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