Beverages, OCEAN SPRAY, Cran-Energy, Cranberry Energy Juice Drink
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Ocean Spray Cran-Energy is a vibrant, ruby-red cranberry juice drink infused with natural caffeine for a quick pick-me-up. It has a tart, fruity cranberry flavor with a smooth, non-carbonated texture, and is notably low in calories and sugar compared to many energy drinks.
Calorie split: 0% protein · 100% carbs · 0% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People enjoy it for its refreshing, tart cranberry taste that feels less sugary than typical sodas or energy drinks, making it a popular choice for a light, flavorful energy boost.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The primary downside is the added sugar (3.75g per 100g), which can contribute to blood sugar spikes if consumed in large quantities. Those watching their sugar intake should practice portion control or dilute it with water or sparkling water.
Key benefits
- Provides a moderate caffeine boost from natural sources
- Very low in calories (15 kcal per 100g)
- Contains no fat or protein
- Offers the tart flavor of cranberry without excessive sugar
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
Ocean Spray is a cooperative of over 700 cranberry farmers in the U.S. and Canada, and the cranberry is one of only three fruits native to North America that are commercially grown.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 96.2 g |
| Energy | 15.0 kcal |
| Energy | 61.0 kj |
| Protein | 0.00 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Ash | 0.11 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 3.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 0.00 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.00 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 2.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 1.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 0.00 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 21.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.01 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.01 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.03 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 25.0 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.00 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.35 mg |
| Niacin | 4.2 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 2.1 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.42 mg |
| Folate, total | 0.00 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 0.00 ug |
| Choline, total | 0.40 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.3 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 1.3 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.00 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) | 0.10 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 23.0 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 Cran-Energy different from regular cranberry juice?
Cran-Energy is a juice drink, meaning it contains cranberry juice blended with other ingredients like water and sweeteners, and is fortified with natural caffeine. Regular 100% cranberry juice is typically unsweetened and more tart.
Is it suitable for vegans?
Yes, Ocean Spray Cran-Energy is generally considered vegan as it contains no animal-derived ingredients.
Can children drink it?
Due to its caffeine content, it's not recommended for young children. The American Academy of Pediatrics advises against caffeine for children under 12.
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 0.15 kcal/g · 0% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 3.8 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:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.