Rubicon Spring Black Cherry Raspberry, Sparkling Spring Water with Real Fruit Juice & Natural Flavours, Only 12 Calories, 12 x 500 ml Multipack Bottles

Product Information

Water, Mango Puree (19%), Sugar, Fructose, Acid (Citric Acid), Stabilisers (Guar Gum, Xanthan Gum), Vitamin C, Flavourings, Sweeteners (Sucralose, Acesulfame K)

All of the Rubicon drinks contain water, sugar and fruit juice. The type of fruit juice used varies depending on the variety of drink. For example, the Rubicon Mango (Sparkling) contains 8% mango purée, whereas the Rubicon Mango (Still) contains 19% mango puree. Rubicon Raw Energy also contains caffeine, whereas other drinks do not. Are there any concerning ingredients in Rubicon drinks? Water, Lychee Puree (14%), Sugar, Fructose, Acid (Malic Acid), Stabilisers (Guar Gum, Xanthan Gum), Flavourings, Vitamin C, Sweeteners (Sucralose, Acesulfame K) For example, the Rubicon Mango contains mango puree, whereas the Rubicon Passion Fruit contains passion fruit juice from concentrate. The other ingredients in Rubicon drinks include stabilisers, flavourings, sweeteners and vitamins.With so many different types of drinks on the market, it can be hard to know which one is the best for you. Some people might shy away from Rubicon because they think it’s too sugary. But is Rubicon really that bad for you? Let’s take a closer look. What is Rubicon? Rubicon drinks also contain stabilisers and preservatives, which are added to extend the shelf life of the product. Some people may be sensitive to these ingredients and may experience gastrointestinal problems after consuming them. Overall, Rubicon drinks are safe to consume. However, if you are concerned about any of the ingredients, you should speak to your doctor or a registered dietitian before drinking them. Rubicon juices – Nutritional information Finally, the Rubicon Raw Energy drink contains caffeine. Caffeine is a stimulant that can cause jitters, anxiety and insomnia. It is important to limit caffeine intake to 400 mg per day. A can of Rubicon Raw Energy contains 80 mg of caffeine, which is well within the recommended limit. However, people who are sensitive to caffeine may want to avoid this drink. One of the main ingredients in Rubicon drinks is sugar. Too much sugar can lead to weight gain, tooth decay and other health problems.

Water, Passion Fruit Juice from Concentrate (13%), Sugar, Fructose, Stabiliser (Pectin), Flavourings, Vitamin C, Acid (Citric Acid), Sweeteners (Sucralose, Acesulfame K) There are also other Rubicon varieties available which include Rubicon Spring (Flavoured Spring Water Drink with Fruit Juice, Sweetener and Vitamins) and Rubicon Raw Energy (Carbonated Mixed Fruit Juice and Flavour Energy Drink with Added Caffeine, Vitamins, Sugar and Sweetener). Ingredients in Rubicon drinks The main difference between still and sparkling Rubicon drinks is carbonation. Sparkling drinks also contain less fruit juice than still drinks.Carbonated Water, Mango Purée (8%), Sugar, Acid (Malic Acid), Stabilisers (Gellan Gum, Pectin), Flavourings, Colour (Beta Carotene), Sweetener (Sucralose), Preservative (Sodium Benzoate) A can of Rubicon Raw Energy Drink (500ml), on the other hand, contains 23 grams of sugar, which is close to the recommended limit. It is important to consider these levels when making choices about your overall sugar consumption for the day. AG Barr claims to have “reinvented water” with its new Rubicon Spring brand, which will be sold in to the trade from the end of June. Overall, Rubicon juices can be considered a healthier option compared to sugary sodas and some other fruit juices. They are lower in calories and provide a good source of vitamin C. However, they still contain high levels of sugar and some people may want to limit their consumption. The table below displays the nutritional information (per 100ml) for Rubicon mango, passionfruit, and Lychee flavour still drinks as well as one sparkling variety.

The sugar content is high for all of the drinks, with 4.4-4.5g per 100ml. That’s around 1 teaspoon of sugar. The NHS recommends that people consume no more than 30 grams of sugar per day. A can of Rubicon Sparkling Mango Juice (330ml) contains 15 grams of sugar, which is half of the recommended limit. Shoppers are looking for a wider range of flavours in the Soft Drinks category, our two new Rubicon products meet that need perfectly. Both have high concept appeal with our core target audience of 16-34 year olds, providing retailers with a huge opportunity to engage shoppers with interesting flavours that create excitement and boost their soft drinks sales.” The launches will be supported by a communications investment strategy as part of the brand’s ‘MAKE THE UNBORING CHOICE’ campaign that launched in 2020.Some people may also be concerned about the artificial sweeteners used in Rubicon drinks. These include Sucralose and Acesulfame K.