Common questions

Is Blackberry citrus sparkling water healthy?

Blackberry citrus sparkling water scores 63/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This sparkling water is made from purified carbonated water and natural flavors, which are generally acceptable ingredients.

How processed is Blackberry citrus sparkling water?

Blackberry citrus sparkling water is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Blackberry citrus sparkling water's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Natural Flavors 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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Blackberry citrus sparkling water

Name: Blackberry citrus sparkling water
Brand: Kroger

Kroger

Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0

Harmful ingredients 1

Owned by Kroger

Category Bottled Water

Summary

This sparkling water is made from purified carbonated water and natural flavors, which are generally acceptable ingredients. However, the product is classified as ultra-processed due to its processing level, which limits its score potential. The lack of information on the water source and potential presence of microplastics in packaging further impacts its rating.

Key ingredients 2

Purified Carbonated Water

Neutral

Purified carbonated water is a neutral ingredient primarily used as a base for beverages. It undergoes purification processes to remove impurities and is carbonated to add effervescence. This ingredient does not provide significant nutritional benefits or risks.

Natural Flavors

Bad

Umbrella term that can hide dozens of undisclosed synthetic constituents.

Risks

Potential risks include the lack of transparency in the exact composition of natural flavors, which may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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