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Waterloo Lime Sparkling Water
Beverages
📊 NOVA 4🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free✨ Seed Oil Free

Waterloo Lime Sparkling Water

Waterloo
144 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
5
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Waterloo Lime Sparkling Water is a bright, zero-calorie flavored seltzer that you’re most likely to spot in the refrigerated aisle of the grocery store near other sparkling waters, flavored seltzers, and mixers for cocktails. It’s often merchandised beside multi-packs of canned sparkling water, tonic water, and flavored club sodas, and sits close to mixer displays and healthy beverage sections. Shoppers reach for it on errands for light, hydrating refreshment — think post-workout runs, pickup for a picnic or road trip, or as a bubbly option for weekend brunch and casual at-home gatherings. Waterloo’s brand voice leans modern and playful: positioned toward young adults and health-minded consumers who want soda-like fizz without sugar, the packaging and marketing emphasize bold refreshment and natural flavor cues. Labels typically highlight “natural flavors” and zero calories, lending a clean, health-halo appearance without organic or kid-focused branding. There’s no organic certification and no bright cartoon mascots — the look is adult, trendy, and Instagram-friendly. In plain terms the product is carbonated water with added natural flavoring and is processed to introduce carbonation and extract flavors. Sensory notes: a crisp, lively effervescence with a zesty lime aroma that feels bright on the tongue; mouthfeel is sharply fizzy and cleansing rather than creamy or heavy. Packaging is commonly slim cans or multi-can boxes, encouraging a ritual of popping a chilled can, sipping between bites, or mixing into a mocktail. The overall story: an accessible, fizzy alternative to sugary sodas that fits clean-label trends while delivering a simple, citrus-forward refreshment.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 12
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
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

Purified, Carbonated, Water,, Natural, Flavors..

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?

Despite having only carbonated water and "natural flavors," the inclusion of manufactured flavoring agents and industrial carbonation aligns this product with ultra-processed beverage formulations typical of NOVA 4.

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Common Questions about Waterloo Lime Sparkling Water

Waterloo Lime Sparkling Water is a calorie-free beverage that’s hydrating and refreshing without any added sugars or artificial ingredients. While it may not provide nutritional benefits like vitamins or minerals, it’s a great alternative to sugary sodas or juices. So, if you’re looking for a bubbly drink that won’t derail your health goals, this could be a solid choice!

Perfect For

post-workout
road-trip
weekend-brunch

Vibe:

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