Common questions

Is SWEET TEA healthy?

SWEET TEA scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This sweet tea contains brewed black tea, which is a natural source of antioxidants, but it also includes a significant amount of added sugar.

How processed is SWEET TEA?

SWEET TEA is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive SWEET TEA's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Brewed black tea counts in its favor; 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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SWEET TEA

Name: SWEET TEA
Brand: Pure Leaf

Pure Leaf

Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 1

Owned by Pepsi Lipton

Category Tea

Summary

This sweet tea contains brewed black tea, which is a natural source of antioxidants, but it also includes a significant amount of added sugar. The sugar contributes to empty calories and potential metabolic issues when consumed in excess. The product is moderately processed, which limits its score despite having a relatively simple ingredient list.

Key ingredients 3

Brewed black tea

Very Good

Natural source of beneficial antioxidants and polyphenols that support overall health.

Citric acid

Neutral

Commonly used for flavor enhancement and preservation, generally recognized as safe.

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Sugar

Bad

Added sweetener that increases caloric content and can contribute to negative health impacts when consumed in excess.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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