Beverages, citrus fruit juice drink, frozen concentrate, prepared with water
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This is a reconstituted citrus juice drink, made by mixing a frozen concentrate with water. It delivers a bright, sweet-tart flavor and a smooth, thin texture, characteristic of classic orange or lemonade-style beverages. Nutritionally, it's a source of quick energy from carbohydrates, primarily sugars.
Calorie split: 3% protein · 97% carbs · 1% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love its nostalgic, sunny flavor that instantly refreshes and evokes memories of childhood summers. Its versatility makes it a staple for quick drinks, smoothies, or as a base for cocktails and mocktails.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content can lead to rapid blood-sugar spikes, which is a concern for individuals managing diabetes or watching caloric intake. To mitigate this, consider diluting it further with water or sparkling water, or pairing it with a source of protein or healthy fat (like nuts or yogurt) to slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from natural and added sugars.
- A convenient way to increase fluid intake.
- Often fortified with Vitamin C, supporting immune function.
- Offers a familiar, refreshing flavor profile.
- Generally low in fat and sodium.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The frozen concentrate method was popularized in the 1940s as a way to ship juice efficiently to troops during World War II.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 87.8 g |
| Energy | 46.0 kcal |
| Energy | 192 kj |
| Protein | 0.34 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.03 g |
| Ash | 0.38 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 11.4 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.10 g |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 9.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.1 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 6.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 10.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 112 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 4.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.04 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.04 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.07 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.10 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 51.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 27.1 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.01 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.01 mg |
| Niacin | 0.07 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.06 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.02 mg |
| Folate, total | 7.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 7.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 7.0 ug |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 2.0 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 8.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 2.0 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 28.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 37.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 27.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.06 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.10 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.00 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Beverages, carbonated, tonic water — USDA does not publish this profile for Beverages.
| Tryptophan | 0.00 g |
| Threonine | 0.00 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.00 g |
| Leucine | 0.00 g |
| Lysine | 0.00 g |
| Methionine | 0.00 g |
| Cystine | 0.00 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.00 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.00 g |
| Valine | 0.00 g |
| Arginine | 0.00 g |
| Histidine | 0.00 g |
| Alanine | 0.00 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glycine | 0.00 g |
| Proline | 0.00 g |
| Serine | 0.00 g |
FAQ
Is this the same as fresh-squeezed juice?
No. This is made from a processed concentrate reconstituted with water, while fresh-squeezed juice is made directly from the fruit. They differ in flavor complexity, nutrient profile, and often in added sugar content.
Does it contain real fruit?
It contains juice from real citrus fruit, but the concentrate process alters its original state. Check the ingredients list for specifics on added sugars, flavors, or preservatives.
How does it compare nutritionally to whole fruit?
It lacks the dietary fiber found in whole fruit, which helps regulate sugar absorption. A glass of juice contains the sugar of several fruits but not the same satiating fiber.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.46 kcal/g · 3% calories from protein · 0.1 g fiber · 8.1 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.04 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.