SLIM PICKINGS

WHAT: Aquafina Sparkling

STATS: A 12-ounce can contains zero calories and zero fat, carbohydrate, sugar, fiber and protein grams. Sold at national retailers such as WalMart and Target. We received samples for review. Visit aquafinasparkling.com.

THE SKINNY: The summer sipping season is in full swing. But it needn’t be full of calories or sugar.

Available in several fruity flavors, including the new Mango Pineapple, as well as Black Cherry Dragonfruit, Lemon Lime and Orange Grapefruit, Aquafina Sparkling contains only bubbly water and natural flavor.

Lively and refreshing without any sugar or artificial sweeteners, Aquafina Sparkling tastes perfectly “fina” just out of the can, but it also has the makings of a marvelous mixer for cooling cocktails. We look forward to experimenting with Mango Pineapple Mimosas and Aquafina Sangria.

— Jennifer Christman