
Propel Black Cherry 12 Pack
What You Should Know
Propel Black Cherry 12 Pack arrives on shelves in the refrigerated or bottled-water aisle of mainstream supermarkets, usually adjacent to other flavored waters, sports drinks and low-calorie beverage options. Packaged as a multi-bottle grab-and-go solution, it’s visually linked to fitness and active-lifestyle merchandising near protein bars or workout supplements. Shoppers pick it up for gym trips, post-run hydration, road trips, or to stash in the office fridge as a zero-calorie alternative to soda. The brand positions itself as athletic, youthful and performance-minded — marketed to people who want electrolyte replacement and flavor without sugar or calories. Labels emphasize “zero calories,” added vitamins and “natural flavor,” creating a health-halo that suggests functional benefit; there’s no organic certification and the presentation skews adult-active rather than child-focused. In plain processing terms, this is a highly manufactured beverage made from purified water with flavorings, sweeteners and stabilizers added. Sensory notes: it pours as a clear, thin liquid with a crisp, tangy black-cherry aroma and a pronounced artificial-sweetener finish that leaves a slightly slick mouthfeel; the electrolyte salts give a subtle minerality rather than true fruit pulp or texture. Rituals around use are pragmatic — chilled for immediate refreshment after exercise, popped into a gym bag, or served at gatherings as a sugar-free soda stand-in. The 12-pack format reinforces convenience and routine consumption rather than occasional indulgence, reflecting its role as a staple for consumers seeking flavored hydration with added vitamins and long shelf stability.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Water,, Citric, Acid,, Sodium, Hexametaphosphate, (to, Protect, Flavor),, Natural, Flavor,, Salt,, Potassium, Sorbate, (Preserves, Freshness),, Potassium, Citrate,, Sodium, Citrate,, Ascorbic, Acid, (Vitamin, C),, Sucralose,, Acesulfame, Potassium,, Calcium, Disodium, EDTA, (to, Protect, Flavor),, Calcium, Pantothenate, (Vitamin, B5),, Niacinamide, (Vitamin, B3),, Vitamin, E, Acetate,, Pyridoxine, Hydrochloride, (Vitamin, B6)..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains multiple industrial ingredients (artificial sweeteners, preservatives, phosphate stabilizers, chelating agents) and vitamin additives, characteristic of ultra-processed foods designed and formulated rather than whole-food based.
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Common Questions about Propel Black Cherry 12 Pack
Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? Propel Black Cherry is calorie-free and has no added sugars, making it a refreshing choice if you're looking to hydrate without the calories. But keep in mind it's not a substitute for whole foods; it's more of a fun, flavored water than a health elixir.
