Guanabana nectar, canned
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Guanabana nectar, canned, is a smooth, sweet-tart tropical drink made from the pureed flesh of the soursop fruit. It offers a distinctive, complex flavor often described as a blend of strawberry, pineapple, and citrus with a creamy, slightly fibrous texture. Nutritionally, it is a low-calorie, low-fat beverage that provides a quick source of carbohydrates, primarily from natural sugars.
Calorie split: 1% protein · 97% carbs · 2% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love guanabana nectar for its uniquely refreshing and aromatic tropical flavor that's both sweet and tangy. It's a beloved, nostalgic beverage in many Latin American and Caribbean cultures, often enjoyed chilled on a hot day.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
Due to its high natural sugar content (13.07g per 100g), it can cause a rapid blood-sugar spike, making it less suitable for those managing diabetes or insulin resistance. To mitigate this, consume it in small portions (e.g., 1/2 cup) and 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
- Low in calories (59 kcal per 100g)
- Very low in fat (0.17g per 100g)
- Source of quick energy from carbohydrates
- Contains no protein
- Naturally sweet with no added fat
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The soursop fruit, from which the nectar is made, has a spiky green exterior and is known by over 80 different names worldwide, including 'graviola' and 'cherimoya's cousin'.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 84.7 g |
| Energy | 59.0 kcal |
| Energy | 245 kj |
| Protein | 0.11 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.17 g |
| Ash | 0.08 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 14.9 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.10 g |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g |
| Sucrose | 0.00 g |
| Glucose | 6.4 g |
| Fructose | 5.9 g |
| Lactose | 0.00 g |
| Maltose | 0.76 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 7.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.36 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 3.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 2.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 25.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 8.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.02 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.01 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.01 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.40 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 11.1 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.00 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.01 mg |
| Niacin | 0.12 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.07 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.01 mg |
| Folate, total | 6.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 6.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 6.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 2.2 mg |
| Betaine | 0.00 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) | 0.01 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.01 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 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 |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (Menaquinone-4) | 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 | 0.03 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 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.05 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.05 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.04 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 |
FAQ
Is canned guanabana nectar as nutritious as fresh soursop?
The canning process may reduce some heat-sensitive vitamins like Vitamin C, but the primary macronutrients (carbs, sugars) and minerals remain similar. Fresh fruit will have more fiber and a brighter flavor.
What's the difference between guanabana nectar and juice?
Nectar is thicker and includes the pureed fruit pulp, giving it a richer texture and more fiber. Juice is typically the extracted liquid without the pulp.
Can I use guanabana nectar in cocktails?
Absolutely! Its sweet-tart profile makes it an excellent base or mixer for tropical cocktails, pairing well with rum, vodka, or tequila.
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 0.59 kcal/g · 1% calories from protein · 0.1 g fiber · 13.1 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: 0.32 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.