Ribena
Ribena is a popular blackcurrant-based soft drink, originally from the United Kingdom. It is typically made from a concentrated blackcurrant syrup or cordial, which is diluted with water (still or sparkling) and often sweetened. The drink is known for its deep purple color and distinctive tart-sweet flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Ribena is very high in carbohydrates, primarily from sugars, with virtually no protein or fat. A standard serving provides a significant amount of Vitamin C but is otherwise low in essential nutrients, offering mostly quick energy.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 110 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbs | 27 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 26 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Vitamin C | 80 mg |
| Potassium | 50 mg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin E | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin K | 3 mcg |
| Copper | 0.02 mg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 10 mg |
Per 1 cup (250 ml) of prepared Ribena drink (from concentrate with water) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Ribena has been a staple in British households for decades, often associated with childhood and home remedies for colds due to its high Vitamin C content. Nutritionally, it is a notable source of Vitamin C, but its high sugar content in regular versions has led to the development of lower-sugar and no-added-sugar alternatives.
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