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Turkey Hill Sherbet, Fruit Rainbow
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Turkey Hill Sherbet, Fruit Rainbow

Turkey Hill
46 foz
Available at Foodtown
160
Calories
1g
Protein
25g
Sugars
40mg
Sodium
54
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Turkey Hill Sherbet Fruit Rainbow is a brightly packaged, 46 fl oz plastic tub of rainbow-colored sherbet you’d find in the supermarket frozen aisle alongside ice creams, novelty pops, and family-sized frozen desserts. It sits on shelves near other mainstream brands and kid-oriented frozen treats, often close to toppings and party-size frozen novelties. This tub is positioned for casual family occasions — summer backyard parties, birthday gatherings, movie nights and other informal celebrations when people want a colorful, shareable sweet. The Turkey Hill brand leans into approachable, hometown-friendly marketing: family fun, nostalgia, and affordable indulgence aimed at parents buying treats for kids and households wanting convenient dessert options. The label uses kid-friendly, playful imagery and touts small “natural” elements (concentrated fruit juices, vitamin C), while lacking organic or clean-label certifications; claims of natural and fruit-derived ingredients sit next to prominent colorings and sweeteners on the ingredient list. In plain terms this is a highly processed frozen dessert — made with multiple added sugars, syrups, stabilizers (gums, modified cellulose), artificial colors and flavors — created for consistent texture and shelf stability. Sensory-wise it’s bright, icy-smooth and scoopable, with a light, slightly tangy sherbet mouthfeel and a fruity, candy-like aroma; the ritual is spooning colorful scoops into bowls, layering it with cake or offering it straight from the tub at parties. The packaging and flavor profile emphasize playfulness and instant gratification rather than freshness or minimal processing, fitting squarely into American grocery culture’s convenience-and-treat segment.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.67 cup
Servings per Container: 9
Calories160
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1.5g2%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium40mg2%
Total Carbohydrate36g13%
Total Sugars25g
Added Sugars23g46%
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

Milk,, Water,, Sugar,, Corn, Syrup,, High, Fructose, Corn, Syrup,, Concentrated, Fruit, Juice, (Raspberry,, Orange,, Lemon, Lime),, Citric, Acid,, Raspberry, Puree,, Orange,, Lemon, &, Lime, Pulp,, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavors,, Carob, Bean, Gum,, Modified, Cellulose,, Guar, Gum,, Fruit, and, Vegetable, Juice, (for, Color),, Ascorbic, Acid, (Vitamin, C),, Yellow, 6,, Yellow, 5,, Red, 40,, Blue, 1..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Yellow 6 - Artificial coloring
  • Yellow 5 - Artificial coloring
  • Red 40 - Artificial coloring
  • Blue 1 - Artificial coloring
No 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 multiple industrial ingredients (high fructose corn syrup, corn syrup), artificial colors and flavors, and texture/stabilizing additives which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4). The product is formulated for convenience, long shelf life, and sensory appeal rather than minimal processing.

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Common Questions about Turkey Hill Sherbet, Fruit Rainbow

Ah, the age-old question! Turkey Hill Sherbet is a delightful treat, but calling it 'healthy' depends on what you're comparing it to. With 160 calories and 25 grams of sugar per serving, it's more of an occasional indulgence rather than a daily staple. It’s all about balance, right?

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
road-trip

Vibe:

nostalgicindulgentplayful
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