Energy drink (Ocean Spray Cran-Energy Juice Drink)
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Ocean Spray Cran-Energy is a light, tart, and slightly sweet cranberry juice drink infused with a modest energy blend (typically B-vitamins and caffeine). It has a crisp, watery texture with a vibrant red color and a signature cranberry zing. Nutritionally, it's a very low-calorie option, providing just 15 kcal and 3.75g of sugar per 100g, with no protein or fat.
Calorie split: 0% protein · 100% carbs · 0% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the familiar, refreshing tartness of cranberry juice combined with a gentle, non-jittery energy lift. It's a popular choice for a light afternoon pick-me-up or a flavorful alternative to plain water.
⚠️ 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 without other nutrients. To counteract this, practice portion control (e.g., stick to a single 118ml serving) and consider pairing it with a source of protein or healthy fat, like a handful of nuts, to slow sugar absorption. Those sensitive to caffeine should also check the label for exact amounts.
Key benefits
- Very low calorie (15 kcal/100g)
- Provides a quick source of carbohydrates (3.75g/100g)
- Contains added B-vitamins for energy metabolism
- Offers the tart flavor of cranberry juice
- Convenient, ready-to-drink format
🍽️ 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 itself is one of only a few commercially grown fruits native to North America.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 96.2 g |
| Energy | 15.0 kcal |
| Protein | 0.00 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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) | 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 |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
How does the sugar content compare to regular cranberry juice?
Ocean Spray Cran-Energy typically has less sugar than their 100% juice cranberry blends, which can have over 12g of sugar per 100g. It's formulated more as a juice drink with added water and sweeteners.
Is it a good source of antioxidants?
While cranberries are rich in antioxidants, this is a diluted juice drink, so the concentration is lower than in pure cranberry juice. Its main nutritional contribution is the energy blend.
Can I use it in baking?
Yes, it can be used to add a tart, fruity flavor to cakes, muffins, or glazes, but be mindful of its added sugar and adjust your recipe's sweetener accordingly.
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.