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Lipton Pure Leaf Unsweetened Iced Tea
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Lipton Pure Leaf Unsweetened Iced Tea

Pure Leaf
64 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
13
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Pure Leaf Lipton Pure Leaf Unsweetened Iced Tea (64 fl oz) reads like a grocery-store compromise between homemade and convenience. You’ll most often find this large bottle in the refrigerated ready-to-drink beverage section, shelved with other bottled teas, lemonades and cold-brew coffees, sometimes near waters and sports drinks for grab-and-go shoppers. It suits errands where shoppers want a low-effort, low-calorie drink — family grocery runs, summer backyard cookouts, packed lunches, or a road-trip cooler. The brand leans on a crafted, straightforward image: “brewed black tea” and a Rainforest Alliance badge signal authenticity and mild premium positioning, aimed at health-conscious adults who prefer “real” tea over syrupy sweeteners. Marketing emphasizes brewed-not-from-concentrate, uncomplicated ingredients, and environmental stewardship rather than youth- or kid-focused gimmicks; there’s no candy-style branding or cartooning. The label carries health-halo cues — “unsweetened,” “brewed” and the certification — that suggest naturalness and lower sugar, even though the product has been industrially brewed, pasteurized and bottled. In plain terms, it’s processed tea, ready to drink. Sensory notes: cold and crisp with a dry, tannic bite, light body and clean finish; the thin, watery texture slips easily over ice and pairs well with lemon or a meal. Packaging is a large, family-style bottle designed to be poured into glasses or a pitcher; the ritual is simple — open, pour over ice, and drink alongside sandwiches or grilled foods. It lives in American grocery culture as a practical, familiar alternative to soda and sweet tea.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 12
Servings per Container: 5
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

Brewed, Black, Tea, (Rainforest, Alliance, Certified., Find, Out, More, at, ra.org),, Citric, Acid..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Contains brewed tea and a single additive (citric acid) but is industrially brewed, pasteurized and bottled; this places it in NOVA group 3 (processed food) rather than ultra-processed.

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Common Questions about Lipton Pure Leaf Unsweetened Iced Tea

That depends on what you mean by healthy! Pure Leaf's unsweetened iced tea is calorie-free and has no added sugars, making it a great option if you're looking to hydrate without the guilt. It's a refreshing alternative to sugary beverages, especially if you're trying to cut down on calories or sugar intake.

Perfect For

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road-trip
game-day-prep

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