Beverages, cranberry-apple juice drink, bottled
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This is a vibrant, ruby-hued bottled drink blending the tartness of cranberry with the mellow sweetness of apple. It offers a smooth, juice-like texture with a bright, refreshing finish. Nutritionally, it's a source of quick energy from its 15.85g of carbohydrates, primarily from 14.5g of sugar per 100g.
Calorie split: 0% protein · 98% carbs · 2% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the perfect balance of cranberry's sharp tang and apple's familiar sweetness, creating a flavor that's more complex than plain apple juice. It's a versatile, non-alcoholic mixer and a nostalgic, comforting drink often associated with holiday meals.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (14.5g per 100g) can contribute to blood sugar spikes, making it less ideal for those monitoring glucose levels. To counteract this, consider diluting it with sparkling water, pairing it with a protein-rich snack like nuts or yogurt, or sticking to a small, controlled portion.
Key benefits
- Provides quick hydration and energy from natural fruit sugars.
- Contains vitamin C from cranberries, an antioxidant.
- Offers a convenient, ready-to-drink fruit flavor.
- Low in fat and protein, making it a light beverage choice.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
Cranberries are one of only three native North American fruits commercially cultivated, and they bounce when fully ripe due to small air pockets inside.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 83.8 g |
| Energy | 63.0 kcal |
| Energy | 263 kj |
| Protein | 0.00 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.11 g |
| Ash | 0.26 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 15.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 3.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.07 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 1.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 2.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 17.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 2.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.02 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.01 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.03 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.00 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 82.7 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 39.5 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.00 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.00 mg |
| Niacin | 0.00 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.00 mg |
| Folate, total | 0.00 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 0.00 ug |
| Choline, total | 0.70 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 2.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 3.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 6.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.12 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.50 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.01 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 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.05 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.03 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.02 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 cranberry cocktail?
Not exactly. A 'cranberry-apple juice drink' is a blend of cranberry and apple juices. A 'cranberry cocktail' is typically pure cranberry juice diluted with water and sweetened with sugar or other sweeteners, without apple juice.
Can I use this in baking?
Yes, it works well in cakes, muffins, or glazes where you want a fruity, sweet-tart flavor. Be mindful of the added sugar in the recipe.
How does it differ from 100% juice?
A 'juice drink' often contains added water, sweeteners, or other juices, whereas '100% juice' contains only juice from the specified fruits. Always check the ingredient list.
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 0.63 kcal/g · 0% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 14.5 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: 0.12 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.