Is Gatorade Frost Glacier Cherry Thirst Quencher healthy?

TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 67/100 (grade B). Per 100 g, sugar and sodium are below our "high" thresholds. Natural Flavor, Glycerol Ester of Rosin, Blue 1 (Brilliant Blue FCF) and Yellow 5 (Tartrazine) are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.

What are the ingredients in Gatorade Frost Glacier Cherry Thirst Quencher?

In label order (largest amount first): GATORADE FROST GLACIER CHERRY - WATER, SUGAR, DEXTROSE, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR, SALT, SODIUM CITRATE, MONOPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, GLYCEROL ESTER OF ROSIN, GATORADE FROST GLACIER FREEZE - WATER, SUGAR, and 21 more.

Does Gatorade Frost Glacier Cherry Thirst Quencher contain any ingredients worth knowing about?

Natural Flavor (worth noting): The exact composition of natural flavors is often undisclosed, leading to potential sensitivities or concerns. Glycerol Ester of Rosin (worth noting): Permitted as a stabilizer, but excessive intake may pose risks. Blue 1 (Brilliant Blue FCF) (worth noting): Some studies suggest potential adverse effects at high doses. Yellow 5 (Tartrazine) (worth noting): Linked to hyperactivity in sensitive children and potential allergic reactions.

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Gatorade Frost Glacier Cherry Thirst Quencher

Name: Gatorade Frost Glacier Cherry Thirst Quencher
Brand: Gatorade
SKU: 0052000048162

Gatorade

Listed as: GATORADE FROST THIRST QUENCHER, 12 FL OZ, 28 COUNT

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TrustPick analysis

Some things worth noting3/5 ★

Ingredient rating 3/5 — nothing restricted, but more than 15% of ingredients worth noting. How ratings work

4 worth noting. 2 shown below — install the TrustPick app to see all 4 with full details.

Natural FlavorWorth noting
Status unclear
The exact composition of natural flavors is often undisclosed, leading to potential sensitivities or concerns.
Worth knowing: Some consumers prefer to avoid due to lack of transparency.
Evidence debated
Glycerol Ester of RosinWorth noting
Permitted with limits in India · Permitted with limits in EU
Permitted as a stabilizer, but excessive intake may pose risks.
Worth knowing: Used to stabilize flavoring oils in beverages.
Depends on amount

2 more flagged ingredients in this product

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TrustPick Health Score

67/100 · B

Combines ingredients, nutrition and processing level. How it’s calculated

An AI summary of how regulators in India, the EU, the US and Canada treat these ingredients, for consumer education. Not a medical device; not medical or legal advice. Product facts are shown separately from our analysis. How TrustPick scores products

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Product facts

Manufacturer: The Quaker Oats Co./gatorade-Van Camp
Serving size: 360 ml (1 bottle (360 mL))
Last updated: 12 Oct 2026

Ingredients

In label order, highest quantity first

1
GATORADE FROST GLACIER CHERRY - WATER
2
SUGAR
3
DEXTROSE
4
CITRIC ACID
5
NATURAL FLAVOR
6
SALT
7
SODIUM CITRATE
8
MONOPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE
9
MODIFIED FOOD STARCH
10
GLYCEROL ESTER OF ROSIN
11
GATORADE FROST GLACIER FREEZE - WATER
12
SUGAR
13
DEXTROSE
14
CITRIC ACID
15
SALT
16
SODIUM CITRATE
17
MONOPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE
18
MODIFIED FOOD STARCH
19
NATURAL FLAVOR
20
GLYCEROL ESTER OF ROSIN
21
BLUE 1
22
GATORADE FROST ARCTIC BLITZ - WATER
23
SUGAR
24
DEXTROSE
25
CITRIC ACID
26
NATURAL FLAVOR
27
SALT
28
SODIUM CITRATE
29
MONOPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE
30
MODIFIED FOOD STARCH
31
GLYCEROL ESTER OF ROSIN
32
BLUE 1
33
YELLOW 5

Nutrition facts

Nutrient	Per 100 ml	Per serving (360 ml)
Energy	22 kcal	79.2 kcal
Fat	0 g	0 g
Carbohydrate	5.8 g	21 g
of which sugars	5.8 g	21 g
of which added sugars	5.8 g	20.9 g
Protein	0 g	0 g
Sodium	44 mg	158.4 mg

Questions about Gatorade Frost Glacier Cherry Thirst Quencher

Is Gatorade Frost Glacier Cherry Thirst Quencher healthy?: TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 67/100 (grade B). Per 100 g, sugar and sodium are below our "high" thresholds. Natural Flavor, Glycerol Ester of Rosin, Blue 1 (Brilliant Blue FCF) and Yellow 5 (Tartrazine) are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.
What are the ingredients in Gatorade Frost Glacier Cherry Thirst Quencher?: In label order (largest amount first): GATORADE FROST GLACIER CHERRY - WATER, SUGAR, DEXTROSE, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR, SALT, SODIUM CITRATE, MONOPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, GLYCEROL ESTER OF ROSIN, GATORADE FROST GLACIER FREEZE - WATER, SUGAR, and 21 more.
Does Gatorade Frost Glacier Cherry Thirst Quencher contain any ingredients worth knowing about?: Natural Flavor (worth noting): The exact composition of natural flavors is often undisclosed, leading to potential sensitivities or concerns. Glycerol Ester of Rosin (worth noting): Permitted as a stabilizer, but excessive intake may pose risks. Blue 1 (Brilliant Blue FCF) (worth noting): Some studies suggest potential adverse effects at high doses. Yellow 5 (Tartrazine) (worth noting): Linked to hyperactivity in sensitive children and potential allergic reactions.

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