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Waterloo Watermelon Sparkling Water
Beverages
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Waterloo Watermelon Sparkling Water

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

What You Should Know

Waterloo Watermelon Sparkling Water is a bright, zero-calorie flavored seltzer that you'll most often find in the refrigerated sparkling water section or on endcaps near other hard-seltzer-adjacent beverages, flavored waters, and artisanal sodas. Shoppers will spot it alongside slim cans of plain seltzer, citrus and berry varieties, and multipacks geared toward summer gatherings. It fits casual shopping trips where buyers seek a healthier-tasting alternative to soda: backyard barbecues, brunch spreads, poolside days, or a chilled complement to takeout. Waterloo positions itself as a playful, design-forward indie brand aimed at health-conscious Millennials and Gen Z customers who prize flavor without sugar; marketing leans into bold colorways, social-sharing moments, and recyclable packaging. On the label, expect health-halo cues such as zero calories, no sugars, and a natural flavors callout, but no organic certification and no kid-focused branding. In plain terms the product is processed: carbonated, filtered water with added naturally derived flavor compounds created in a manufacturing setting. Sensory notes emphasize a crisp, effervescent mouthfeel and a light, bright watermelon aroma rather than pulpy fruit; the taste is clean with a fleeting sweet note and lively bubbles. Packaging is typically slim cans or multipacks that invite ritualized popping open, pouring over ice for brunch or cracking a can poolside. The product narrative places it squarely in American grocery culture as a convenient, low-calorie celebratory beverage that substitutes for soda at social moments while signaling mindful consumption.

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?

Although the ingredient list is short, 'natural flavors' are industrially produced flavoring agents and the product is an industrially formulated, packaged beverage, which fits NOVA group 4 as an ultra-processed product.

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Common Questions about Waterloo Watermelon Sparkling Water

Waterloo Watermelon is a zero-calorie beverage with no added sugars or artificial ingredients, which makes it a refreshing choice if you're looking to hydrate without the extra calories. It's a great alternative to sugary sodas or juices, but remember, 'healthy' can mean different things for different people — it's all about balance!

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
post-workout
road-trip

Vibe:

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