Sparkling Ice is a popular flavored sparkling water brand. The low-calorie beverage has added vitamins and antioxidants. But, what about sugar? Read on to learn if Sparkling Ice has sugar.
Sparkling Ice & Sugar
Sparkling Ice has zero sugar based on labeling requirements. However, this beverage is made with 1% juice so there is a “trace amount of sugar” according to the manufacturer. The amount of sugar is so small that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration does not require the sugar to be listed on the packaging or label of Sparkling Ice.
The table below shows the various flavors and their sugar content. Since there is no meaningful amount of sugar in Sparkling Ice, all products reflect zero sugar.
Classics
| Sparkling Ice Flavor | Serving Size | Sugar(g) | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Raspberry | 17 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Black Cherry | 17 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Grape Raspberry | 17 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Berry Lemonade | 17 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Fruit Punch | 17 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Cherry Limeade | 17 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Strawberry Watermelon | 17 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Strawberry Lemonade | 17 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Kiwi Strawberry | 17 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Pink Grapefruit | 17 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Peach Nectarine | 17 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Orange Mango | 17 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Coconut Pineapple | 17 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Classic Lemonade | 17 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Lemon Lime | 17 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
+Caffeine
| Sparkling Ice Flavor | Serving Size | Sugar(g) | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Raspberry | 16 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Black Raspberry | 16 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Cherry Vanilla | 16 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Watermelon Lemonade | 16 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Orange Passion Fruit | 16 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Strawberry Citrus | 16 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
| Citrus Twist | 16 fl. oz. | 0g | 5 |
SEE ALSO>>>Sparkling Ice Caffeine Content
How Is Sparkling Ice Sweetened
All Sparkling Ice products are sweetened with sucralose. It is an artificial sweetener and a sugar alternative. A brand name of sucralose is Splenda which most people are familiar with in the United States and beyond. It is about 600 times sweeter than table sugar, contains zero calories, and is void of nutrients.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and other international health authorities, sucralose is safe based on existing research. Millions of people have consumed it since it was introduced in 1976 without any apparent issues. However, research is still being conducted on artificial sweeteners like sucralose. There is no guarantee that it will remain being considered safe as additional research is conducted.
Sources:
Mayer Irvine, H. (2022, June 28). Just like many foods, Splenda is not terrible for you if you have it in moderation. Runner’s World. Retrieved October 9, 2022, from https://www.runnersworld.com/nutrition-weight-loss/a27491930/is-splenda-bad-for-you/
WebMD. (n.d.). Sucralose: Facts and safety of splenda. WebMD. Retrieved October 9, 2022, from https://www.webmd.com/diet/what-to-know-about-sucralose
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