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The recorded US ingredient statement lists artificial preservatives and corn syrups (2 of the 9 additive groups we check). Confirm the exact formula on your package.
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Kroger Sweetened Tea
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Bigelow TeaOrganic English Breakfast Black TeaLabel data source
Ingredients and nutrition come from USDA FoodData Central, Branded Foods (FDC ID 2326391, data date 2022-06-21, release 2026-04-30). These are brand-submitted label records in the public domain (CC0); retrieved 2026-10-18. Check the package for the current label.
| Nutrient | Per 100 ml | Per serving (360 ml, 12 OZA) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 33 kcal | 119 kcal |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 11 mg |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.6 g | 31 g |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Total sugars | 8.3 g | 30 g |
| Added sugars | 8.3 g | 29.9 g |
| Sugar alcohols | Unknown | Unknown |
| Protein | Unknown | Unknown |
| Net carbs (carbs − fiber) | 8.6 g | 31 g |
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What to know before you choose this tea
The recorded ingredient label lists 9 ingredients, led by ingredients, water and high fructose corn syrup. Worth noting: it lists added sweeteners (high fructose corn syrup and sugar), artificial preservatives and corn syrups. For this tea, the comparison that matters most is tea type and caffeine: read the exact blend and any caffeine statement.
- Worth checkingLists artificial preservatives (sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate (preservatives)).
- Worth checkingLists corn syrups (high fructose corn syrup).
- Worth checkingLists added sweeteners: high fructose corn syrup and sugar (first appears at position 3 of 9).
- Good to knowContains a caffeine source (tea or coffee); caffeine per cup varies by brewing.
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- You avoid artificial preservatives: the recorded label lists sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate (preservatives).
- You avoid corn syrups: the recorded label lists high fructose corn syrup.
- You are limiting added sugars: it lists high fructose corn syrup and sugar.
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References
- Kroger Sweetened Tea: brand-submitted label record (FDC ID 2326391) USDA FoodData Central
- Tea Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
- Green tea NCCIH, National Institutes of Health
- About tea Tea Association of the USA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kroger Sweetened Tea contain seed oils?
No listed matches for seed oils were found in the current recorded statement. Confirm the formula against your package; this is not an allergy or safety assessment.
Does Kroger Sweetened Tea contain artificial dyes or MSG?
No listed matches for artificial dyes or MSG were found in the current recorded statement. Confirm the formula against your package; this is not an allergy or safety assessment.
What is the verification standard for this product?
The complete ingredient statement was recorded from the linked product-specific source on 2026-10-18. Evidence expires after 90 days and requires a new source review; viewing this page does not renew it.
What are the ingredients in Kroger Sweetened Tea?
The recorded ingredient statement reads: INGREDIENTS, WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, BLACK TEA, CAFFEINE, CITRIC ACID, CARAMEL COLOR, SODIUM BENZOATE AND POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVES).
Is Kroger Sweetened Tea healthy?
Its recorded label lists artificial preservatives and corn syrups (2 of the 9 additive groups we check). Its clean score is 55 out of 100. That is a label check, not a nutrition rating: sugar, sodium, calories and portion size are separate questions.
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