V8 Juice Cocktail

V8 Juice Cocktail is a savory, vegetable-based beverage made from a blend of eight vegetable juices, most commonly tomato, carrot, celery, beet, parsley, lettuce, watercress, and spinach. It was developed in the United States and is known for its distinct, tangy flavor profile that balances sweetness from tomatoes and carrots with earthy notes from leafy greens.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This drink is low in fat and protein but contains a moderate amount of carbohydrates, primarily from natural sugars and some fiber. It is an excellent source of vitamins A and C, and provides a good amount of potassium, with a typical 8-ounce serving containing roughly 40-50 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	45 kcal
Protein	2 g
Carbs	9 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	640 mg
Vitamin A	2200 IU
Vitamin C	45 mg
Potassium	470 mg
Vitamin K	10 mcg
Folate	60 mcg
Manganese	0.3 mg
Niacin (B3)	2 mg
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg

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

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, V8 is iconic as a convenient way to consume vegetable servings and has been a staple in American pantries for decades, often used in cocktails like the Bloody Mary. Nutritionally, it's unique for delivering a concentrated dose of vegetable-based nutrients without the need for cooking or preparation.