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Schweppes Ginger Ale
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Schweppes Ginger Ale

Schweppes
42.20 foz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
0g
Protein
32g
Sugars
60mg
Sodium
15
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Schweppes Ginger Ale (42.20 fl oz / 1.25 L) sits on grocery shelves with a quiet, familiar confidence. You’ll find it in the soda and mixers aisle, shelved alongside other ginger ales, tonic waters, and cocktail mixers, and often featured near the beer and spirits section during promotional displays. Its amber, carbonated liquid comes in a tall plastic bottle with the classic Schweppes script and a heritage-inspired label that hints at an old-world tonic lineage. Shoppers reach for it during casual grocery runs, for weekend barbecues, for mixing cocktails like Moscow Mules, or as a comforting, non-alcoholic option at family dinners — it’s also a common pick for road trips and movie nights. The brand positions itself as a slightly more refined, heritage soda brand aimed at adults who appreciate a crisp, mildly spiced soft drink; marketing leans on tradition and mixability rather than kid-focused characters or flashy health claims. The label lists “natural flavors” and displays no organic or wellness certifications, and the ingredient list includes sweeteners and preservatives that create a sweetness/effervescence halo rather than a health halo. In plain terms, this is an ultra-processed soft drink made from carbonated water, sweetener, acids, color, preservatives, and flavorings. Sensory notes: it pours with lively fizz, a light tingling bite, and a sweet, syrupy finish with a faint ginger warmth; the caramel color gives a golden hue. Rituals around it include chilling before serving, pouring over ice with a lime wedge, or using it to soothe an upset stomach — a dependable, comfortingly fizzy beverage in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 12 fl oz
Servings per Container: 2
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium60mg3%
Total Carbohydrate33g12%
Total Sugars32g
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,, 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 manufactured as a ready-to-drink sweetened soda, fitting the ultra-processed NOVA 4 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

movie-night
game-day-prep
road-trip

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