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Sunkist Orange Soda, Diet, 12 Pack, 12 Ounce Cans
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Sunkist Orange Soda, Diet, 12 Pack, 12 Ounce Cans

Sunkist
144 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
85mg
Sodium
26
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Sunkist Orange Soda Diet in a 12-pack of 12-ounce cans presents itself as a bright, fizzy, shelf-stable soft drink aimed at calorie-conscious soda drinkers. You'd typically find it in the non-refrigerated soda aisle alongside other cola and citrus diet sodas, near multi-packs of regular Sunkist, Pepsi, and other mainstream carbonated beverages; single cans may also appear in refrigerated grab-and-go coolers at checkout. It fits casual occasions—weekend gatherings, parties, movie nights, or road trips—where a bubbly, citrus-flavored lift is desired without sugar or calories. Brand positioning leans on nostalgia and mainstream pop appeal: Sunkist is a long-established name associated with bold orange flavor and bright packaging that reads as playful and family-friendly, while diet labeling targets adults watching calories. The label emphasizes "Zero Sugar" and "0 calories," and lists "natural flavors," but contains no organic certification and features artificial colors and sweeteners; packaging artwork is vibrant orange with prominent brand and product claims. Processing context: this is an industrially formulated soft drink made from purified carbonated water and multiple additives. Sensory details: the beverage is sharply effervescent with a sweet, synthetic orange aroma and a tangy citric bite, thin mouthfeel typical of colas, faint caffeine bite (about 19 mg per 12 fl oz), and a slightly medicinal aftertaste common with high-intensity sweeteners and dyes. Rituals include cracking open a chilled can, pouring over ice in a glass, or popping a can at a sporting event or backyard cookout. The 12-pack carton makes bulk buying and party stocking convenient.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 12
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium85mg4%
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

Carbonated, Water,, Citric, Acid,, Sodium, Benzoate, (Preservative),, Aspartame,, Malic, Acid,, Sodium, Citrate,, Natural, Flavors,, Acesulfame, Potassium,, Modified, Food, Starch,, Ester, Gum,, Caffeine,, Yellow, 6,, Red, 40..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Modified Food Starch - Processed emulsifier
  • Sodium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
  • Yellow 6 - Artificial coloring
  • Red 40 - Artificial coloring
No EmulsifierNo PreservativeNo Additive

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrially formulated ingredients and multiple additives (artificial sweeteners, colors, preservatives, stabilizers), characteristic of ultra-processed foods, so it fits NOVA group 4.

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Common Questions about Sunkist Orange Soda, Diet, 12 Pack, 12 Ounce Cans

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit of a slippery slope! This soda has zero calories and no added sugars, which is great if you're watching your intake. However, it does contain artificial sweeteners and preservatives, so if you're looking for something more whole-food based, you might want to explore other options.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
road-trip

Vibe:

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