Punch Sport Drink is a beverage served to Midshipmen at the United States Naval Academy

United States Naval Academy

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. It is produced by the H.R. Nicholson Company exclusively for the USNA. The Midshipmen who came up with the drink refused to let it be served to common folk and enlisted members of the armed forces.

Packaging

Punch Sport Drink (PSD) is packaged in a cardboard rectangular prism with dimensions of 3" x 4.5" x 6". There is a plastic spout located on the top of the package which facilitates ease of pouring and resealability. This packaging system is known as Combibloc.http://www.sig.biz/pages/95_2002_02_08175338.cfm The spout on top is a feature with the trade name Pour 'n Seal. According to the carton, this packaging system results in:

• Better taste: aseptic processing retains juices' natural flavors and colors without preservatives.
• Eliminates can openers or additional storage containers.
• Easy to crush: for cost effective disposal.
• Reduces solid packaging waste: packaging uses 64% less material than 46 oz. steel cans.

Nutrition information

Nutrition facts
Serving Size	8 fl. oz. (240mL)
Servings	6
Amount per serving
Energy	Calories Calories from fat 60 0
Fat	Total fat Trans fat 0g (0%DV) 0g (0%DV)
Sodium	110 mg (5%DV)
Total carbohydrate	15g (5%DV)
Sugars	15g
Protein	0g
Vitamin C	0 (0%DV)

Punch Sport Drink is not a significant source of saturated fat, cholesterol, dietary fiber, vitamin A, calcium and iron. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.