Beverages, fruit juice drink, greater than 3% fruit juice, high vitamin C and added thiamin
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This is a light, refreshing fruit juice drink, typically made from a base of water and sweeteners with a modest fruit juice content (over 3%). It offers a sweet, tangy, and clean taste with a smooth, watery texture, and is fortified with Vitamin C and thiamin (Vitamin B1) for a nutritional boost.
Calorie split: 1% protein · 99% carbs · 0% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its immediate thirst-quenching sweetness and familiar, bright fruit flavors that offer a simple, nostalgic pick-me-up. Its light consistency makes it a versatile mixer for cocktails or a base for smoothies.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (over 12g per 100g) can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes, making it a poor choice for those managing diabetes or seeking sustained energy. To mitigate this, consume it in small portions (e.g., 120ml) and always pair it with a source of protein or healthy fat, like a handful of nuts or a piece of cheese, to slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- Provides quick hydration and energy from carbohydrates.
- Fortified with Vitamin C, which supports immune function and collagen synthesis.
- Added thiamin (Vitamin B1) aids in energy metabolism.
- Low in fat and contains no cholesterol.
- Offers a convenient, portable source of sweetness and electrolytes.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The term 'fruit drink' is a specific FDA-regulated category, requiring a minimum of 50% water, with fruit juice comprising only a fraction of the total, unlike 'fruit juice' which must be 100% juice.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 86.4 g |
| Energy | 54.0 kcal |
| Energy | 225 kj |
| Protein | 0.13 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Ash | 0.31 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 13.2 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.10 g |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 3.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.25 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 5.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 7.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 122 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 61.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.04 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.01 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.10 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 25.4 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.10 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.01 mg |
| Niacin | 0.04 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.03 mg |
| Folate, total | 0.00 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 0.00 ug |
| Choline, total | 1.8 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 5.0 ug |
| Retinol | 5.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 17.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 16.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.05 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.04 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 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
How is this different from 100% fruit juice?
This is a 'fruit juice drink,' meaning it contains water, sweeteners, and less than 100% fruit juice (though more than 3%). 100% fruit juice contains no added sugars or water and is made solely from pressed fruit.
Is the added Vitamin C and thiamin beneficial?
Yes, fortification can help prevent nutrient deficiencies. Vitamin C is an antioxidant, and thiamin is essential for converting food into energy. However, it's best obtained from whole fruits and grains.
Can I use this in cooking?
Absolutely. It works well as a sweet and tangy component in marinades for poultry or pork, as a base for glazes, or to add fruity flavor to vinaigrettes and cocktail syrups.
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 0.54 kcal/g · 1% calories from protein · 0.1 g fiber · 12.1 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: 0.50 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.