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Starry Caffeine Free Lemon Lime Soda 2.1 qt
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Starry Caffeine Free Lemon Lime Soda 2.1 qt

Starry
67.60 foz
Available at Foodtown
150
Calories
0g
Protein
39g
Sugars
35mg
Sodium
22
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Starry Caffeine Free Lemon Lime Soda is a mainstream lemon‑lime soft drink sold in large plastic bottles (here represented as a 2.1‑quart / 67.6 fl oz bottle) and typically sits in the refrigerated or dry soda aisle alongside other citrus sodas, diet variants, mixers and family‑size cola bottles. You’ll spot it near chilled mixers, party packs, and off‑brand lemon‑lime options in grocery clubs and convenience stores. Shoppers grab it for casual occasions—picnics, backyard barbecues, game‑day spreads, road trips, or as a sweet option for kids’ birthday tables—and it’s a common add‑on during impulse purchases at checkout or for storm‑prep bulk shopping. Brand positioning skews mainstream and value‑focused: bright, youthful marketing promising crisp citrus refreshment without caffeine, aimed at families and younger consumers who want a familiar, fizzy treat rather than a premium craft soda. The label leans into playful, colorful graphics and “caffeine‑free” callouts; it lists “natural flavor” on the ingredient panel but carries no organic or whole‑food certifications and makes no health claims about sugar content. From a processing standpoint it’s a highly processed, industrial soft drink—formulated with sweeteners (high‑fructose corn syrup), regulators and preservatives to deliver consistent taste and shelf life. Sensory notes: lively carbonation, a sharp citrus tang from citric acid, and a sweet, syrupy mouthfeel that coats the tongue; aroma is sugary lemon‑lime with manufactured citrus top notes. Rituals include pouring over ice, serving in red solo cups at parties, mixing as a soda mixer in cocktails or mocktails, and sipping straight from the bottle for quick refreshment.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 12
Servings per Container: 6
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium35mg2%
Total Carbohydrate39g14%
Total Sugars39g
Added Sugars39g78%
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,, Natural, Flavor,, Potassium, Benzoate, (Preserves, Freshness),, Potassium, Citrate,, Calcium, Disodium, EDTA, (to, Protect, Flavor)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Potassium 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?

This product is ultra‑processed: it contains industrial sweeteners (high‑fructose corn syrup), flavoring agents listed as "natural flavor," and additives/preservatives like potassium benzoate and calcium disodium EDTA that are characteristic of NOVA group 4.

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Common Questions about Starry Caffeine Free Lemon Lime Soda 2.1 qt

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! Starry is a fun, fizzy beverage that contains 150 calories and a whopping 39 grams of sugar per serving, so it’s not exactly a health elixir. If you're looking for an occasional treat or a refreshing soda, it fits the bill, but if you’re watching your sugar intake, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
road-trip
movie-night

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