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Schweppes Ginger Ale
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Schweppes Ginger Ale

Schweppes
33.80 foz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
0g
Protein
33g
Sugars
60mg
Sodium
15
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Schweppes Ginger Ale is presented as a classic, bubbly soft drink that lives on the soda and mixer shelf of the grocery store — usually stocked near tonic water, club soda, and other cocktail mixers, sometimes adjacent to beer and spirits displays. It fits into quick-shopping runs for mixers or family beverages, backyard barbecues, casual dinner parties, and picnic or road-trip coolers. The brand leans on a long heritage and an adult-leaning, slightly premium positioning: Schweppes evokes a Victorian-era origin story, appealing to shoppers who want a familiar, slightly retro mixer that still reads as versatile and dependable. The label emphasizes sensory and convenience cues rather than health credentials — claims you might notice include “natural flavors” and “caffeine-free,” but there is no organic or whole-food certification; it’s not marketed as a health beverage. In plain terms, this is a highly processed carbonated soft drink made with added sweeteners, preservatives, color, and flavorings. Sensory details: bright, effervescent carbonation with a crisp, sweet bite and a faint ginger note; the mouthfeel is fizzy and light with a lingering sugary finish. Packaging for the 33.8 fl oz format typically comes in a plastic PET bottle or large can suitable for sharing, with a ritual of chilling, pouring over ice, or using as a mixer for cocktails like the Moscow Mule. In American grocery culture, Schweppes Ginger Ale occupies the dependable middle market — not an artisanal craft ginger beer, but a widely recognized, go-to bubbly for both everyday refreshment and social entertaining.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 12 fl oz
Servings per Container: 3
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium60mg3%
Total Carbohydrate33g12%
Total Sugars33g
Added Sugars33g66%
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

Carbonate, Water,, High, Fructose, Corn, Syrup,, Citric, Acid,, Sodium, Benzoate, (Preservative),, Caramel, Color,, Natural, Flavors..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sodium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

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, preservatives, caramel color, natural flavors) and is produced by industrial processes typical of ultra-processed foods.

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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

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