Reed's Ginger Beer Ginger Brew Extra

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Common questions

Is Reed's Ginger Beer Ginger Brew Extra healthy?

Reed's Ginger Beer Ginger Brew Extra scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This ginger beer contains cane sugar, which contributes to its high sugar content and can pose health risks such as obesity and diabetes when consumed in excess.

How processed is Reed's Ginger Beer Ginger Brew Extra?

Reed's Ginger Beer Ginger Brew Extra is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Reed's Ginger Beer Ginger Brew Extra's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Sparkling Filtered Water, Pressed Organic Ginger, Honey count in its favor; Cane Sugar is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Reed's Ginger Beer Ginger Brew Extra

Reed's
70 Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

$97.93 · 12 fl oz · $97.93 / count
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Beneficial ingredients 4
Harmful ingredients 1
Category Soda
Summary

This ginger beer contains cane sugar, which contributes to its high sugar content and can pose health risks such as obesity and diabetes when consumed in excess. While it includes beneficial ingredients like pressed organic ginger, the presence of natural flavors and the level of processing limit its healthfulness. The product's processing level and added sugars prevent it from achieving a higher score.

Key ingredients 9

Sparkling Filtered Water
Good

Filtered water is a clean and pure base that keeps the beverage refreshing without added impurities.

Pressed Organic Ginger
Good

Organic ginger adds natural flavor and is known for its aromatic qualities, enhancing the beverage's taste.

Honey
Good

Part of Natural Flavors. Natural flavors contribute to the fruity and citrusy profile, making the drink more enjoyable without artificial additives.

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Spices
Good

Spices add depth and complexity to the flavor profile, making the beverage more aromatic and enjoyable.

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Pineapple
Neutral

Part of Natural Flavors. Natural flavors contribute to the fruity and citrusy profile, making the drink more enjoyable without artificial additives.

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Lemon
Neutral

Part of Natural Flavors. Natural flavors contribute to the fruity and citrusy profile, making the drink more enjoyable without artificial additives.

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Lime
Neutral

Part of Natural Flavors. Natural flavors contribute to the fruity and citrusy profile, making the drink more enjoyable without artificial additives.

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Citric Acid
Neutral

Common acidulant and preservative — safe at typical use levels, neither beneficial nor harmful.

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Cane Sugar
Bad

Processed additive flagged under Scout's ingredient doctrine.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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