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Lipton Pure Leaf Real Brewed Raspberry Tea
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Lipton Pure Leaf Real Brewed Raspberry Tea

Pure Leaf
18.50 foz
Available at Foodtown
180
Calories
0g
Protein
46g
Sugars
5mg
Sodium
18
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Lipton Pure Leaf Real Brewed Raspberry Tea is a ready-to-drink, sweetened bottled tea you’ll typically find in the refrigerated juice and iced-tea aisle or in the grab-and-go cooler near sandwiches and flavored waters. Shelves often display it alongside other sweet bottled teas, lemonades, and premium iced-tea brands. It works well for errands and picnics, summer backyard gatherings, weekend brunches, or as a sweet refreshment during a road trip. The brand positions itself as a “real brewed” premium alternative to generic iced teas—marketing to adults who want an approachable, slightly upscale beverage with a home-brewed story. The label leans on health-adjacent cues: “Real Brewed,” a Rainforest Alliance Certified tea claim, and “natural flavor” language create a mild natural halo despite the high sugar content. There’s no overt kid-targeted branding—packaging is clear PET with a glossy label, crisp photography of raspberries, and a familiar logo meant to suggest authenticity and convenience. In plain terms the product is a processed, shelf-stable (chilled) sweetened tea made from brewed black tea with added sugar, acids, and flavorings. Sensory notes: poured cold it delivers a bright, sweet raspberry aroma, a syrupy sweetness on the tongue balanced by tannic tea bite and a slightly tart citric finish; mouthfeel is smooth rather than effervescent. The bottle is sized for individual consumption, encouraging a quick ritual—grab from the fridge, twist the cap, and drink cold at work, on a picnic blanket, or alongside a casual sandwich.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories180
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium5mg0%
Total Carbohydrate46g17%
Total Sugars46g
Added Sugars46g92%
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

Brewed, Black, Tea*,, Sugar,, Citric, Acid,, Natural, Flavor,, Citrus, Pectin., *Rainforest, Alliance, Certified, Find, Out, More, at, ra.org..

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?

This is a ready-to-drink sweetened beverage containing added sugar, citric acid, and natural flavors; those characteristics and the industrial preparation align with NOVA group 4 (ultraprocessed).

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Common Questions about Lipton Pure Leaf Real Brewed Raspberry Tea

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! If you're looking for a refreshing drink that's better than soda, this Raspberry Tea is a step in the right direction. It’s real brewed black tea, which has some antioxidants, but keep in mind it’s pretty high in sugar at 46 grams per serving. So, if you’re watching your sugar intake, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.

Perfect For

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road-trip
movie-night

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