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Tropicana Essentials Orange Blend No Pulp
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Tropicana Essentials Orange Blend No Pulp

Tropicana
46 foz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
1g
Protein
19g
Sugars
10mg
Sodium
36
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Tropicana Essentials Orange Blend No Pulp is the familiar 46 fl oz plastic jug you’ll spot in the refrigerated juice aisle, usually shelved near other chilled orange juices, smoothie bases, milks and plant-based milks, and breakfast staples like yogurt and single-serve juices. It reads like a breakfast workhorse: a mainstream heritage brand offering a smooth, no-pulp orange experience that shoppers reach for when they want a quick, family-ready citrus drink. The label leans into health-forward language — “Essentials,” “Not from Concentrate,” and prominent vitamin listings — creating a strong health-halo without organic or kid-specific branding. Packaging is functional: a large screw-cap jug for pouring into glasses, pitchers, or school thermoses, and the “no pulp” claim signals a silky, uniform texture that’s easy to drink and mix. Sensory notes include a bright citrus aroma, clear sweet-tart flavor with about 19 g sugars and 100 calories per serving, and a smooth mouthfeel that lacks the fibrous bits of fresh-squeezed juice. People commonly use it at morning routines, weekend brunches, or to top off smoothies or mocktails; it’s also a practical choice for road trips or packing for family outings. Tropicana positions this product toward mainstream, time-pressed families and health-conscious consumers who value convenience and recognizable brands — the marketing angle emphasizes vitamin fortification and a “real fruit” story. In processing context, this is a commercially processed bottled juice blend with added water, concentrated juices, mineral salts, natural flavors, and supplemental vitamins — a pantry staple that feels wholesome and convenient within American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 8
Servings per Container: 6
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium10mg0%
Total Carbohydrate23g8%
Total Sugars19g
Protein1g
* 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

Not, from, Concentrate, Orange, Juice,, Apple, Juice, from, Concentrate, (Water,, Apple, Juice, Concentrate),, Pear, Juice, from, Concentrate, (Water,, Pear, Juice, Concentrate),, Water,, Calcium, Lactate,, Natural, Flavors,, Ascorbic, Acid, (Vitamin, C),, Vitamin, E, Acetate,, and, Vitamin, D3..

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 multiple industrially processed ingredients (juices from concentrate, added water), natural flavors, mineral salts, and fortified vitamins, which align with NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) due to formulation and additives.

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Common Questions about Tropicana Essentials Orange Blend No Pulp

Healthiness can be a bit subjective, but this juice offers a refreshing dose of vitamins, especially vitamin C and calcium. It's a great way to hydrate and enjoy a fruity flavor, but keep in mind that it does have 19 grams of sugar per serving, which is mostly natural sugars from the fruit. So, if you're looking for a sweet treat that still packs some nutrients, it could fit the bill!

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
post-workout
road-trip

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