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Stewarts Root Beer 4 Pack
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Stewarts Root Beer 4 Pack

Stewart's
48 foz
Available at Foodtown
150
Calories
0g
Protein
38g
Sugars
70mg
Sodium
20
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Stewart's Root Beer 4 Pack (48 fl oz) arrives as a nostalgia-forward, small-batch soda experience packaged in classic crown-cap bottles that invite the ritual of chilling, cracking a frosty mug, and pouring over vanilla ice cream for a root beer float. You’ll most often spot it in the refrigerated or bottled soda aisle alongside craft and retro soft drinks, sometimes near mixers, specialty sodas, or an endcap promotion featuring nostalgic brands; in some stores it sits in chilled glass-front coolers with picnic and party items. This product fits casual, celebratory occasions — backyard barbecues, weekend brunches, road trips and movie nights — where a sweet, creamy soda is part of the treat. Brand positioning leans into Americana and heritage: Stewart’s markets itself as an authentic, time-tested recipe from 1924, aimed at shoppers seeking retro charm and indulgence rather than health-focused choices. Label characteristics include “Made with real sugar,” “Naturally and artificially flavored,” and “Caffeine free,” which create a homemade or natural impression without organic or health certifications; the bottle art and nostalgic copy emphasize tradition more than nutrition. In plain terms the drink is a highly processed soft drink made from carbonated water, a large amount of sugar, flavorings, color, preservatives and stabilizers. Sensory details: effervescent and creamy on the palate with a pronounced sweet, vanilla-licorice root profile, smooth mouthfeel from gums and extracts, and a deep brown color from caramel coloring; the crown-cap glass bottle enhances the retro drinking ritual and shareable presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 bottle
Servings per Container: 4
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium70mg3%
Total Carbohydrate38g14%
Total Sugars38g
Added Sugars38g76%
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,, Sugar,, Caramel, Color,, Sodium, Benzoate, (Preservative),, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavors,, Citric, Acid,, Quillaia, Extract,, Acacia, Gum,, Yucca, Extract..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sodium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
  • Caramel Color - Artificial coloring
No PreservativeNo Additive

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 refined sugar, flavorings (natural and artificial), caramel color, preservatives and gums—ingredients and industrial processing characteristic of ultra-processed foods (NOVA group 4).

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Common Questions about Stewarts Root Beer 4 Pack

Well, calling Stewart's Root Beer 'healthy' is a bit of a stretch. It packs in 150 calories and 38 grams of sugar per bottle, which is on the higher side. If you're looking for a sweet treat on occasion, it's fine, but it's not going to win any health awards in the beverage department.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
road-trip
weekend-brunch

Vibe:

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