Sparkling Ice Pink/Red Variety
What You Should Know
Sparkling Ice Pink/Red Variety is the kind of brightly branded flavored sparkling water you’ll find in the refrigerated beverage aisle or on endcaps near other flavored seltzers, diet sodas, and vitamin waters. Packaged as single-serve, colorful bottles in a variety pack, it sits alongside party mixers and grab-and-go drinks for people seeking a low-calorie fizz. Shoppers pick it up on convenience runs, for road trips, or to add a festive bubbly option to weekend brunches and movie nights. The brand positions itself as fun and trendy — youth-oriented, social-media-friendly, and marketed toward calorie-conscious consumers who still want bold fruit flavor. Labels lean into health halos: “zero sugar/low calorie,” “contains juice,” and “vitamin enhanced” cues suggest a healthier alternative to regular soda, while prominent “natural flavors” claims and fruit imagery soften the product’s industrial feel; there is no organic certification. In plain terms this is a highly processed, engineered beverage made from carbonated water, high-intensity sweetener (sucralose), acids, preservatives, emulsifiers, flavorings and added vitamins rather than whole fruit. Sensory notes: bright, effervescent carbonation with a glossy, syrupy fruit aroma and clean, intensely flavored sip that finishes slightly sweet with a mild synthetic aftertaste. Rituals around it are casual — chilled from the fridge, popped open at picnics, poured over ice, or used as a mixer. The packaging’s colorful graphics and variety format encourage shareable, impulse purchases and frequent repeat buys.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Black, Cherry:, Carbonated, Water,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of:, Cherry, Juice, Concentrate,, Fruit, and, Vegetable, Juice, (for, Color),, Natural, Flavors,, Green, Tea, Extract,, D-Alpha-Tocopherol, Acetate, (Vitamin, E),, Niacinamide, (Vitamin, B3),, Calcium, Pantothenate, (Vitamin, B5),, Pyridoxine, Hydrochloride, (Vitamin, B6),, Biotin,, Cyanocobalamin, (Vitamin, B12),, Sucralose,, Citric, Acid,, Tartaric, Acid,, Potassium, Benzoate, (to, Ensure, Freshness)., Fruit, Punch:, Carbonated, Water,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of:, Apple, Juice, Concentrate,, Fruit, and, Vegetable, Juice, (for, Color),, Natural, Flavors,, Green, Tea, Extract,, D-Alpha-Tocopherol, Acetate, (Vitamin, E),, Niacinamide, (Vitamin, B3),, Calcium, Pantothenate, (Vitamin, B5),, Pyridoxine, Hydrochloride, (Vitamin, B6),, Biotin,, Cyanocobalamin, (Vitamin, B12),, Sucralose,, Citric, Acid,, Tartaric, Acid,, Gum, Arabic,, Ester, Gum,, Calcium, Disodium, EDTA, (to, Protect, Flavor),, Potassium, Benzoate, (to, Ensure, Freshness)., Peach, Nectarine:, Carbonated, Water,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of:, Peach, Juice, Concentrate,, Beta, Carotene, (for, Color),, Paprika, Oleoresin, (for, Color),, Natural, Flavors,, Green, Tea, Extract,, D-Alpha-Tocopherol, Acetate, (Vitamin, E),, Niacinamide, (Vitamin, B3),, Calcium, Pantothenate, (Vitamin, B5),, Pyridoxine, Hydrochloride, (Vitamin, B6),, Biotin,, Cyanocobalamin, (Vitamin, B12),, Sucralose,, Citric, Acid,, Tartaric, Acid,, Gum, Arabic,, Ester, Gum,, Calcium, Disodium, EDTA, (to, Protect, Flavor),, Potassium, Benzoate, (to, Ensure, Freshness)., Coconut, Pineapple:, Carbonated, Water,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of:, Coconut, Water, Concentrate,, Beta, Carotene, (for, Color),, Indian, Gooseberry, (to, Stabilize, Color),, Natural, Flavors,, Green, Tea, Extract,, D-Alpha-Tocopherol, Acetate, (Vitamin, E),, Niacinamide, (Vitamin, B3),, Calcium, Pantothenate, (Vitamin, B5),, Pyridoxine, Hydrochloride, (Vitamin, B6),, Biotin,, Cyanocobalamin, (Vitamin, B12),, Sucralose,, Citric, Acid,, Tartaric, Acid,, Gum, Arabic,, Ester, Gum,, Calcium, Disodium, EDTA, (to, Protect, Flavor),, Potassium, Benzoate, (to, Ensure, Freshness)..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Calcium Disodium EDTA - Processed emulsifier
- •Potassium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
- •Beta Carotene - Artificial coloring
- •Paprika Oleoresin - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains multiple industrial ingredients (artificial sweetener sucralose, preservatives, emulsifiers/stabilizers, flavor isolates and vitamin additives) and is formulated rather than made from whole foods, consistent with ultra-processed classification.
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Common Questions about Sparkling Ice Pink/Red Variety
The Sparkling Ice varieties are relatively low in calories, with just 5 per serving, and they contain no added sugars. However, they do include artificial sweeteners and preservatives, so while they can be a refreshing alternative to sugary drinks, it's all about balance. If you're looking for hydration with a twist, they can fit into a healthy diet, but don’t forget to enjoy whole foods too!