What are the ingredients in orange soda?
Orange soda is mainly carbonated water, a sweetener, citric acid, flavoring, preservatives and colors. In the US, Fanta Orange lists carbonated water, high fructose corn syrup, citric acid, natural flavors, sodium benzoate, modified food starch, glycerol ester of rosin, Yellow 6 and Red 40. Recipes differ by brand and country, so read the label.
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What are the ingredients in orange soda?
The exact list depends on the brand and the country. As an example, The Coca-Cola Company’s US page for Fanta Orange gives this list: carbonated water, high fructose corn syrup, citric acid, natural flavors, sodium benzoate, modified food starch, glycerol ester of rosin, Yellow 6 and Red 40.
What does each ingredient do?
| Ingredient | Why it is there |
|---|---|
| Carbonated water | The base and the fizz. |
| High fructose corn syrup | The sweetener in the US version. Other countries often use sugar. |
| Citric acid | Gives a sharp, citrus-like tang. |
| Natural flavors | Orange taste; the exact blend is not disclosed. |
| Sodium benzoate | A preservative. |
| Modified food starch and glycerol ester of rosin | Help keep the flavor oils evenly mixed in the drink (an emulsifier and stabilizer role). |
| Yellow 6 and Red 40 | Food colors that give the orange look. |
Is there real orange juice in orange soda?
The US Fanta Orange list above shows no orange juice. Recipes can differ between brands and countries, so always look for the word juice and a percentage on the label.
How much sugar and how many calories?
Coca-Cola lists 270 calories and 73 g of added sugars in a 20 fl oz bottle of US Fanta Orange. Other brands vary by brand, check the label. Zero-sugar versions replace the sugar with sweeteners.
Does orange soda contain caffeine?
The Coca-Cola page does not state caffeine for Fanta Orange. Many orange sodas are caffeine-free, but some brands are not, so do not assume.
Reading any orange soda label
- Ingredients are listed from largest amount to smallest.
- Look at added sugars per serving and the serving size.
- If you avoid certain colors or preservatives, scan for the names above.
People also ask
Does orange soda contain orange juice?
The US Fanta Orange ingredient list shows no juice. Other brands and countries differ, so check the label.
What gives orange soda its color?
In the US Fanta Orange, the colors Yellow 6 and Red 40, according to the maker's label.
How much sugar is in orange soda?
Coca-Cola lists 73 g of added sugars in a 20 fl oz bottle of US Fanta Orange. Other brands vary.
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