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Schweppes Ginger Ale
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Schweppes Ginger Ale

Schweppes
288 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
17
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Schweppes Ginger Ale arrives on shelves as a familiar, effervescent amber canned soda—often found in the refrigerated aisle with other mixers and soft drinks or on dry shelves near tonic water, club soda and other ginger ales. You’ll also spot 24-can packs stacked for party carts and seasonal displays around grilling or tailgating promotions. It fits easy, grab-and-go occasions: backyard barbecues, mixer duty for cocktails and mocktails, family movie nights, or as a noncaffeinated option packed into a road-trip cooler. The brand leans on a long-established heritage image—Schweppes markets itself as classic, slightly upscale soda with ties to cocktail culture and older, nostalgic consumers while also appealing to younger buyers seeking simple mixer staples. The label reads “caffeine free” and lists “natural flavors,” which can create a mild health halo, but there is no organic certification and the product’s sweetness is from high-fructose corn syrup and/or sugar. Packaging is utilitarian: slim metal cans in a 24-pack carton, easy to chill; the sensory profile is bright carbonation, light mouthfeel, a sweet base with a mild spicy ginger note and a clean finish; poured over ice it fizzes with a light golden color and a thin, persistent foam. Rituals include mixing into cocktails, sipping with meals to cut fat or spice, or offering to guests as a neutral, family-friendly soda. Processing context: this is an industrially produced, shelf-stable soft drink made with refined sweeteners, colorants and preservatives rather than whole-food ingredients.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 1
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

Carbonated, Water,, High, Fructose, Corn, Syrup, and/or, Sugar,, Citric, Acid,, Natural, Flavors,, Sodium, Benzoate, (Preservative),, Caramel, Color..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sodium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
  • Caramel Color - Artificial coloring
No PreservativeNo 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?

Contains industrial ingredients and additives (high-fructose corn syrup and/or sugar, caramel color, sodium benzoate, and natural flavors) and is manufactured as a shelf-stable, packaged soft drink, fitting the ultra-processed category.

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Common Questions about Schweppes Ginger Ale

The term 'healthy' can be a bit of a moving target, right? While a can of Schweppes Ginger Ale might not be your go-to for a nutrient boost, it can be a fun treat. It has 120 calories and 32 grams of sugar per serving, so it's definitely more of a splurge than a staple in a balanced diet.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
road-trip

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