Beverages, SNAPPLE, tea, black and green, ready to drink, lemon, diet
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This is a crisp, zero-calorie ready-to-drink iced tea that blends the robust notes of black tea with the lighter, grassy undertones of green tea, all brightened by a sharp lemon zing. It delivers a satisfying, refreshing mouthfeel without any sugar, making it a popular choice for hydration. Nutritionally, it is essentially a flavored water, contributing negligible calories, protein, or fat.
Calorie split: 50% protein · 50% carbs · 0% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for delivering the classic, nostalgic taste of lemon iced tea—a perfect balance of sweet and tart—without the sugar crash or caloric load. It's a go-to for a quick, flavorful pick-me-up that feels like a treat but fits easily into a healthy lifestyle.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The artificial sweeteners used to achieve its zero-sugar profile may cause digestive discomfort or a laxative effect in sensitive individuals, especially in large quantities. Those monitoring caffeine intake should note it contains stimulants from tea. To mitigate, start with a smaller portion to assess personal tolerance and consider consuming it earlier in the day to avoid sleep disruption.
Key benefits
- Zero sugar and only 2 calories per 100g, supporting calorie-conscious diets.
- Provides a mild caffeine boost from black and green tea leaves.
- Contains antioxidants like catechins and theaflavins from tea.
- Offers a flavorful alternative to plain water for increased hydration.
- Convenient, shelf-stable, and ready to drink.
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The Snapple brand famously used real fruit bits in many drinks, but this diet version achieves its signature lemon flavor through a carefully formulated blend of natural flavors and citric acid, not actual lemon juice.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 99.8 g |
| Energy | 2.0 kcal |
| Energy | 8.0 kj |
| Protein | 0.10 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0.10 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 0.00 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.00 mg |
| Potassium, K | 20.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 3.0 mg |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin A, IU | 3.0 iu |
| Caffeine | 9.0 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 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
Is this tea actually good for you?
It's a neutral choice: it hydrates and provides tea antioxidants without sugar or calories, but it lacks the nutrients of whole foods and contains artificial sweeteners. It's best seen as a healthier alternative to sugary sodas, not a health drink.
Does it have caffeine?
Yes, it contains caffeine from the black and green tea leaves, typically around 15-30 mg per 12 oz serving, which is less than coffee but can still affect sensitive individuals.
Why is it so low in calories?
The calories come almost entirely from trace compounds in the tea extracts and flavors. The sweetness comes from non-nutritive sweeteners like sucralose or aspartame, which add zero calories.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.02 kcal/g · 20% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 0.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.15 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.