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The original bitter lemon
The original bitter lemon by Schweppes provides 42 kcal per 100 ml, with 10.1 g of sugars and 0 g of protein. That is 30% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Sweetened beverages category and comes in a 1 l pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 ml
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds for drinks.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 ml | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 42 kcal | 69 −39% |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0.5 −100% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0.3 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 10.1 g | 15.3 −34% |
| Total sugars | 10.1 g | 14.3 −30% |
| Added sugars | 8.1 g | 14.2 −43% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0.7 −100% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0.1 −100% |
*% Daily Value for 100 ml, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 11660 Sweetened beverages products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other sweetened beverages
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Wasser, Zucker, Zitronensaft aus Konzentrat (6%) und Zitronenfruchtfleisch, Kohlensäure, Säuerungsmittel: Citronensäure, natürliches Aroma, modifizierte Stärke, Antioxidationsmittel: Ascorbinsäure, Stabilisatoren: E445, E444, Chinin.
Additives 6
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 1 l
- Sold in
- France, Switzerland
- Barcode
- 7610238304486
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in The original bitter lemon?
The original bitter lemon contains 42 kcal per 100 ml.
How much sugar is in The original bitter lemon?
The original bitter lemon has 10.1 g of sugars per 100 ml, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is The original bitter lemon healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 14, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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