Beverages, yellow green colored citrus soft drink with caffeine
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This is a vibrant, yellow-green citrus-flavored soft drink, typically a lemon-lime or citrus blend, known for its crisp, effervescent bite and sweet-tart profile. Nutritionally, it's a source of quick energy, delivering nearly 13 grams of sugar per 100ml, but offers no protein, fat, or fiber.
Calorie split: 0% protein · 100% carbs · 0% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love its iconic, fizzy sweetness and the sharp citrus zing that cuts through thirst, making it a go-to refreshment. Its versatility as a standalone drink, a cocktail base, or a marinade ingredient has cemented its place in casual dining and pop culture.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content can lead to rapid blood-sugar spikes and is a concern for dental health and calorie intake. To counteract this, practice portion control, choose cans over large bottles, or dilute it with sparkling water. It's also acidic, so rinsing your mouth with water after drinking can help protect tooth enamel.
Key benefits
- Provides quick carbohydrate energy
- Contains caffeine for mild alertness
- Offers a refreshing, thirst-quenching sensation
- Widely available and affordable
- Can be used as a mixer in cocktails
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The distinctive green color of many lemon-lime sodas is entirely artificial; the actual flavoring comes from a blend of citrus oils, with no green fruit involved.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 86.9 g |
| Energy | 49.0 kcal |
| Energy | 203 kj |
| Protein | 0.00 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Ash | 0.28 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 12.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 12.9 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 13.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.02 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 3.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 0.00 mg |
| Potassium, K | 2.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 18.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.00 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.01 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.20 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.03 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.34 mg |
| Niacin | 2.0 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.20 mg |
| Folate, total | 0.00 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 0.00 ug |
| Choline, total | 0.30 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 this drink contain real fruit juice?
Most major brands of yellow-green citrus soft drinks contain no actual fruit juice. The flavor is derived from a blend of natural and artificial flavorings, including citrus oils.
How much caffeine is typically in it?
A standard 355ml (12 oz) can usually contains between 30-40mg of caffeine, which is about one-third the amount in a typical cup of coffee.
Is it suitable for vegans?
While the base ingredients are plant-derived, some formulations may use processing agents like bone char for sugar refining. Always check the specific brand's labeling for vegan certification.
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 0.49 kcal/g · 0% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 12.9 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)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 9.00 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.