Beverages, The COCA-COLA company, Minute Maid, Lemonade
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Minute Maid Lemonade is a classic, sweetened, ready-to-drink lemonade with a bright, tangy flavor and a smooth, slightly syrupy texture. It delivers a quick burst of energy from its 11.67g of sugar per 100g, but contains no protein or fat. This is a nostalgic, thirst-quenching beverage often enjoyed chilled on a hot day.
💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its familiar, sweet-tart balance and nostalgic association with summer picnics, barbecues, and childhood. Its versatility makes it a popular base for cocktails, mocktails, and even marinades.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (11.67g per 100g) can lead to blood-sugar spikes and is a concern for those managing diabetes or watching calorie intake. To counteract this, consider diluting it with sparkling water, pairing it with a source of protein or healthy fat (like nuts or cheese), or opting for a smaller portion.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from simple carbohydrates
- Low in fat and protein, making it a light beverage
- Refreshing and hydrating, especially in warm weather
- Convenient, ready-to-drink format
- Contains a small amount of vitamin C from lemon juice
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The original Minute Maid lemonade was one of the first frozen concentrated juices sold in the U.S., introduced in 1945 as a way to make fresh-tasting lemonade year-round.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 87.9 g |
| Energy | 46.0 kcal |
| Energy | 192 kj |
| Protein | 0.00 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Ash | 0.02 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 12.1 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 2.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.00 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 2.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 1.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 10.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 6.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.01 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.02 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.10 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 3.1 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.00 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.00 mg |
| Niacin | 0.01 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.00 mg |
| Folate, total | 1.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 1.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 1.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 0.50 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 | 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) | 0.00 ug |
| 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 |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
Is Minute Maid Lemonade healthy?
It's a low-fat, low-protein beverage, but its high sugar content (about 11.67g per 100g) means it should be consumed in moderation, especially by those monitoring blood sugar or calorie intake.
Can I use Minute Maid Lemonade in cooking?
Yes, it's often used in marinades for chicken or fish, as a base for salad dressings, or in desserts like lemonade pie and sorbet for a sweet-tart flavor.
How does Minute Maid Lemonade compare to fresh lemonade?
Minute Maid Lemonade is sweeter and more consistent in flavor than homemade lemonade, which can vary in tartness. It also contains added sugars and preservatives not found in fresh lemonade.