Cranberry juice cocktail

Cranberry juice cocktail is a popular, sweetened beverage made by blending cranberry juice with other fruit juices (like apple or grape) and water, often with added sugar or high-fructose corn syrup. It's a staple in North American cuisine, particularly associated with the United States and Canada, and is widely available year-round but especially prominent during the holiday season.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This drink is high in carbohydrates, primarily from added sugars, and provides virtually no fat or protein. A typical serving offers a good dose of vitamin C and some antioxidants, but its main nutritional characteristic is its high sugar content, with a calorie count around 110-140 kcal per cup.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	130 kcal
Protein	0 g
Carbs	33 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	30 g
Sodium	10 mg
Vitamin C	40 mg
Potassium	110 mg
Vitamin E	1.5 mg
Manganese	0.5 mg
Copper	0.1 mg
Vitamin K	6 mcg
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.1 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a symbol of autumn and winter holidays in North America, often served at Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. Nutritionally, while it contains beneficial compounds from cranberries like proanthocyanidins, the high sugar content in the cocktail version significantly dilutes these potential benefits compared to pure, unsweetened cranberry juice.