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Pure Leaf Unsweetened Iced Tea
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Pure Leaf Unsweetened Iced Tea

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

What You Should Know

Pure Leaf Unsweetened Iced Tea arrives on the refrigerated beverage shelf or in the iced-tea / ready-to-drink aisle, usually grouped with other bottled teas, lemonades, and premium cold-brew coffees. You’ll spot the large 59 fl oz bottle in family-size sections near multi-serve juices and water jugs. This product fits everyday occasions—quick grocery runs for the week, backyard barbecues, or as a no-sugar option to bring to a picnic. The brand positions itself as a premium, more authentic alternative to powdered or concentrate teas: marketing leans on “real brewed” messaging, artisanal imagery, and sustainability cues (Rainforest Alliance Certified), appealing to health-minded adults and millennials who want convenience without obvious artificiality. Label characteristics include a prominent “brewed from real tea leaves” claim, a clear “unsweetened / no sugar” health halo, and a sustainability badge; there’s no kid-centric branding or organic seal. In plain processing terms, this is a commercially brewed and bottled tea with minimal added ingredients (citric acid), pasteurized and packaged for shelf stability. Sensory notes: clear, amber-brown liquid with a brisk, slightly tannic bite and a light, watery mouthfeel rather than creaminess; aroma is toasted black tea with faint citrus lift. Packaging is a tall, resealable multi-serve bottle meant to be chilled, poured over ice, and shared—rituals include adding lemon wedges or serving alongside grilled food. In American grocery culture this product reads as a practical, lower-calorie, “real” iced tea option for people who want the iced-tea taste without sweetness or artificial flavors.

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*,, Citric, Acid., *Rainforest, Alliance, Certified., Find, Out, More, at, Ra.Org..

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?

Brewed black tea with only citric acid and no sweeteners indicates a processed packaged beverage: it’s commercially brewed, pasteurized and bottled but contains minimal additives, so it fits NOVA Group 3 (processed foods).

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Common Questions about Pure Leaf Unsweetened Iced Tea

Absolutely! This iced tea has zero calories and no added sugars, making it a great choice for hydration without the sugar crash. It's a refreshing alternative to sugary drinks, and while it’s not a meal replacement, it fits nicely into a balanced diet.

Perfect For

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