Beverages, carbonated, low calorie, other than cola or pepper, with aspartame, contains caffeine
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This is a clear, bubbly, zero-calorie soft drink, often lemon-lime or fruit-flavored, that delivers a sharp, sweet taste without sugar. It has a crisp, effervescent texture that cleanses the palate. Nutritionally, it is essentially water with flavor and caffeine, contributing no calories, fat, or protein.
Calorie split: 100% protein · 0% carbs · 0% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the satisfying fizz and bold, sweet flavor that feels like a treat without the caloric cost. It's a versatile mixer for cocktails and a go-to for a quick, refreshing pick-me-up.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The artificial sweeteners (like aspartame) can leave a lingering aftertaste some find unpleasant. For those sensitive to caffeine, it may cause jitters or disrupt sleep. To counteract, consider limiting intake to one can, especially later in the day, and ensure you're also drinking plain water to stay well-hydrated.
Key benefits
- Zero calories supports weight management goals
- Provides a quick caffeine boost for alertness
- Sugar-free formula avoids blood glucose spikes
- Offers a flavorful alternative to plain water
- Widely available and affordable refreshment
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The specific FDA regulation defining 'low calorie' for beverages requires that they contain fewer than 5 calories per reference amount customarily consumed (which is 360 ml for carbonated soft drinks).
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 99.8 g |
| Energy | 0.00 kcal |
| Energy | 0.00 kj |
| Protein | 0.10 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Ash | 0.10 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0.00 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 4.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.04 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 1.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 0.00 mg |
| Potassium, K | 2.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 6.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.00 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.03 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.02 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.00 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.00 mg |
| Niacin | 0.00 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.00 mg |
| Folate, total | 0.00 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 0.00 ug |
| Choline, total | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 15.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.00 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Beverages, carbonated, tonic water — USDA does not publish this profile for Beverages.
| Tryptophan | 0.00 g |
| Threonine | 0.00 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.00 g |
| Leucine | 0.00 g |
| Lysine | 0.00 g |
| Methionine | 0.00 g |
| Cystine | 0.00 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.00 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.00 g |
| Valine | 0.00 g |
| Arginine | 0.00 g |
| Histidine | 0.00 g |
| Alanine | 0.00 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glycine | 0.00 g |
| Proline | 0.00 g |
| Serine | 0.00 g |
FAQ
Does the caffeine in these drinks come from a natural source?
Typically, the caffeine is synthetic, produced in a lab. It is chemically identical to the caffeine found in coffee beans or tea leaves.
Why does it have zero calories if it contains aspartame?
Aspartame is intensely sweet (about 200 times sweeter than sugar), so only a tiny amount is needed. The amount used is so small that it contributes a negligible number of calories, legally rounded down to zero on the nutrition label.
Is this a good drink for people with diabetes?
Because it contains no sugar or carbohydrates, it does not directly raise blood sugar levels. However, individuals with diabetes should always consider the overall context of their diet and consult with their healthcare provider about artificial sweeteners.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 3.00 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.