The Del Taco Independence Poppers Sprite® is a colorful iced drink made with strawberry fruit-flavored popping boba pearls, blue raspberry flavor, and refreshing Sprite®. The strawberry poppers create small bursts of fruit flavor, while the blue raspberry syrup adds sweetness and a bright blue color.
The drink is available in Regular and Large sizes. The Regular size is displayed at +$2.99, while the Large size is displayed at +$3.99. Depending on the selected size, the Independence Sprite® Poppers contain between 70 and 120 calories.
Del Taco Independence Poppers Sprite Price
The Regular Independence Poppers Sprite® is listed at +$2.99, and the Large size is listed at +$3.99.
The plus symbol indicates the amount displayed on the supplied ordering menu. Taxes, delivery fees, service charges, or other restaurant-specific costs are not included.
| Size | Listed Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Regular | +$2.99 | 120 kcal |
| Large | +$3.99 | 70 kcal |
| Listed calorie range | — | 70–120 kcal |
The Large size costs $1.00 more than the Regular size.
What Is the Independence Poppers Sprite?
The drink combines strawberry fruit-flavored popping boba pearls with blue raspberry flavor and Sprite®. It is served over ice.
| Drink Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Popping boba | Strawberry fruit-flavored poppers |
| Soft drink | Sprite® |
| Additional flavor | Blue raspberry flavor |
| Serving style | Served over ice |
Del Taco Independence Poppers Sprite Nutrition Information
The Regular and Large sizes have separate nutrition values.
According to the supplied information, the Regular serving weighs 490 grams and contains 120 calories. The Large serving weighs 359 grams and contains 70 calories.
These serving weights and nutrition values are presented exactly as supplied.
Regular Independence Sprite Poppers Nutrition
| Nutrition Information | Amount |
|---|---|
| Serving Size Weight | 490 g |
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Total Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 40 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 30 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g |
| Total Sugars | 26 g |
| Protein | 0 g |
Large Independence Sprite Poppers Nutrition
| Nutrition Information | Amount |
|---|---|
| Serving Size Weight | 359 g |
| Calories | 70 kcal |
| Total Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 25 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 17 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g |
| Total Sugars | 15 g |
| Protein | 0 g |
Regular vs. Large Independence Sprite Poppers Nutrition
| Nutrition Information | Regular | Large |
|---|---|---|
| Serving Size Weight | 490 g | 359 g |
| Calories | 120 kcal | 70 kcal |
| Total Fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 40 mg | 25 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 30 g | 17 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Total Sugars | 26 g | 15 g |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g |
Del Taco Independence Poppers Sprite Allergen Information
The supplied allergen information marks every listed allergen as absent.
According to the provided table, the standard drink does not contain milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, sesame, soybeans, gluten, or MSG.
| Allergen | Present? |
|---|---|
| Milk | No |
| Eggs | No |
| Fish | No |
| Shellfish | No |
| Tree Nuts | No |
| Peanuts | No |
| Wheat | No |
| Sesame | No |
| Soybeans | No |
| Gluten | No |
| MSG | No |
This allergen information applies to the standard listed beverage. Restaurant dispensers, utensils, preparation counters, ice equipment, and other surfaces may be shared with additional products.
Is Independence Poppers Sprite Gluten-Free?
Gluten and wheat are both marked as absent in the supplied allergen table.
Based on that information, the standard drink does not contain a declared wheat or gluten allergen. Customers with celiac disease or severe allergies should still consider possible cross-contact in a shared restaurant environment.
Is Independence Poppers Sprite Dairy-Free?
Milk is marked as absent in the supplied allergen information.
The standard drink also has no declared egg allergen.
Does Independence Poppers Sprite Contain Soy or Sesame?
No. Soybeans and sesame are both marked as absent.
| Allergen | Status |
|---|---|
| Soybeans | No |
| Sesame | No |
Does Independence Poppers Sprite Contain Peanuts or Tree Nuts?
No. Peanuts and tree nuts are both marked as absent in the supplied information.
Does Independence Poppers Sprite Contain MSG?
No. MSG is marked as absent.
Del Taco Independence Poppers Sprite Ingredients
The supplied main ingredient list contains two components:
- Strawberry Poppers
- Sprite®
The product description also identifies blue raspberry flavor as part of the finished drink.
| Ingredient Number | Main Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Strawberry Poppers |
| 2 | Sprite® |
| Described additional component | Blue Raspberry Flavor |
| Serving component | Ice |
Strawberry Poppers Ingredient Statement
The strawberry poppers are primarily made with water, fructose, and strawberry juice.
| Strawberry Poppers Ingredient | Listed Amount or Details |
|---|---|
| Water | 64% |
| Fructose | 16.5% |
| Strawberry Juice | 14.6% |
| Calcium Lactate (E327) | 1.5% |
| Starch | Percentage not listed |
Complete Strawberry Poppers Statement
Water 64%, Fructose 16.5%, Strawberry Juice 14.6%, Calcium Lactate (E327) 1.5%, Starch
Blue Raspberry Syrup Ingredient Statement
The blue raspberry syrup contains sugar, water, flavoring ingredients, malic acid, a preservative, and blue coloring.
| Blue Raspberry Syrup Ingredient | Purpose or Details |
|---|---|
| Pure Cane Sugar | Sweetener |
| Water | Liquid base |
| Natural and Artificial Flavors | Flavoring |
| Malic Acid | Adds tartness |
| Potassium Sorbate | Preservative |
| FD&C Blue No. 1 | Food coloring |
Complete Blue Raspberry Syrup Statement
Pure Cane Sugar, Water, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Malic Acid, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), FD&C Blue No. 1
A detailed sub-ingredient statement for Sprite® was not included in the supplied information.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How much is the Del Taco Independence Poppers Sprite?
The Regular size is listed at +$2.99, while the Large size is listed at +$3.99 before taxes or additional charges.
2. How many calories are in the Regular Independence Poppers Sprite?
The Regular size contains 120 calories.
3. How many calories are in the Large Independence Poppers Sprite?
The Large size contains 70 calories according to the supplied nutrition information.
4. What is the serving weight of the Regular drink?
The listed serving-size weight for the Regular drink is 490 grams.
5. What is the serving weight of the Large drink?
The supplied serving-size weight for the Large drink is 359 grams.
6. What ingredients are in Independence Poppers Sprite?
The main supplied ingredients are Strawberry Poppers and Sprite®. The product description also identifies blue raspberry flavor and ice.
7. What flavor are the popping boba pearls?
The popping boba pearls have a strawberry fruit flavor.
8. What is in the strawberry poppers?
The listed ingredients are water, fructose, strawberry juice, calcium lactate, and starch.
9. What is in the blue raspberry syrup?
The syrup contains pure cane sugar, water, natural and artificial flavors, malic acid, potassium sorbate, and FD&C Blue No. 1.
10. Is Independence Poppers Sprite sugar-free?
No. The Regular size contains 26 grams of total sugar, while the Large contains 15 grams.
11. How many carbohydrates are in the drink?
The Regular contains 30 grams of carbohydrates, and the Large contains 17 grams.
12. Does Independence Poppers Sprite contain fat?
No. Both sizes contain zero grams of total fat, saturated fat, and trans fat.
13. Does the drink contain milk or eggs?
No. Milk and eggs are both marked as absent in the supplied allergen information.
14. Does Independence Poppers Sprite contain wheat or gluten?
No. Wheat and gluten are marked as absent in the standard drink.
15. Does the drink contain soy, peanuts, tree nuts, sesame, or MSG?
No. Soybeans, peanuts, tree nuts, sesame, and MSG are all marked as absent in the supplied allergen table.