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Bumble Bee Clam Juice
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Bumble Bee Clam Juice

Snow's
8 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
40mg
Sodium
7
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Snow's Bumble Bee Clam Juice is a small, pantry-friendly bottle of clear, briny seafood stock that lives in the soup-and-seafood neighborhood of the grocery store. Expect to find the 8 fl oz bottle on the aisle with canned clams, oyster crackers, clam chowder mixes, and other broths and bouillons, or tucked near refrigerated seafood condiments. Its label leans on heritage—"Since 1920" and references to quahog clams—positioning the brand as a trustworthy, old-school ingredient for home cooks. Marketing cues emphasize sustainability (MSC certification) and recyclable packaging rather than flashy kid-friendly design or organic badges. The ingredient list is short—water, extract of clams, and salt—and nutrition copy calls out negligible calories and low sugar, which creates a modest health halo for consumers seeking simple, savory bases. In plain terms the product is a processed, shelf-stable seafood extract: factory-extracted clam liquor, heated and bottled for convenience. Sensory cues are a salt-forward, oceanic aroma, a thin, clear to slightly amber liquid, and a mouthfeel that is watery but intensely savory; a few tablespoons can lift chowders, seafood stews, sauces, and risottos. Rituals around this bottle are domestic and utilitarian—measuring spoons, a splash into a simmering pot, or a deglazing pour after searing fish. It appeals to cooks who want authentic seafood flavor without opening whole clams, from weekend chowder makers to weekday meal preppers. The packaging is compact, labeled with a cap code for inquiries, and the overall story is pragmatic heritage cooking—simple, savory, and sustainably signaled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0 tbsp
Servings per Container: 16
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium40mg2%
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

Clam, Juice, (Water,, Extract, of, Clams),, Salt..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

The product contains a short list of recognizable ingredients (water, clam extract, salt) but is industrially processed and bottled for long shelf life, placing it in NOVA group 3 (processed foods). It lacks the multiple additives and industrial formulations typical of ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4).

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Common Questions about Bumble Bee Clam Juice

Bumble Bee Clam Juice is a low-calorie option, packing in flavor without the extra calories or sugars. It's a great source of umami for soups and sauces, but like anything, it's best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. If you're looking for a boost of flavor without the guilt, this could be a fun addition!

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