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A vivid red, slightly cloudy acerola drink fills a clear glass, with a smooth surface and no visible garnish.
●Low GI

Acerola Drink Calories

Extremely rich in vitamin C, refreshing fruit beverage

In season: Summer · Spring

CALORIES · 100 G

38kcal

GI

40low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

146mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.1g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Acerola Drink (200 g) has 76 calories. That works out to 38 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.4 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 1700 mg of Vitamin C covers 1889% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 40 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Acerola Drink Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g

76

KCAL / 200G

Carbs

18.4g

· 7% DV

Protein

0.8g

· 2% DV

Fat

0.2g

· 0% DV

Fiber

2.2g

· 8% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 94% · Protein 4% · Fat 2%

Acerola Drink nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (200 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories76 kcal
Total fat0.2 g0%
Saturated fat0.04 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium4 mg0%
Total carbohydrate18.4 g7%
Fiber2.2 g8%
Protein0.8 g2%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Acerola Drink?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)200 g76 kcal
100 g100 g38 kcal
1 cup (small)120 g46 kcal
1 pack (medium)200 g76 kcal
1 serving (medium)250 g95 kcal
1 can (medium)250 g95 kcal
1 cup (large)300 g114 kcal
1 bottle (medium)330 g125 kcal
1 bottle (large)500 g190 kcal

Calculated from 38 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Acerola Drink

What is an acerola drink?

An acerola drink is a beverage made with acerola fruit juice, purée, or extract, often mixed with water. Acerola is a tropical fruit known for its high vitamin C content, though the amount in a drink varies with its fruit content.

Does an acerola drink contain vitamin C?

Yes, an acerola drink can provide vitamin C because acerola fruit is especially rich in it. The amount varies depending on how much acerola is used and how the drink is prepared or processed.

What does an acerola drink taste like?

An acerola drink usually tastes tart, fruity, and refreshing. Its flavor varies with the fruit and how concentrated the drink is; added sugar or other fruit can make it sweeter.

How do you make an acerola drink at home?

Blend acerola fruit with water, then strain the mixture if you want a smoother acerola drink. If fresh fruit is unavailable, use acerola purée; mix it with another fruit to soften the tartness without relying on added sugar.

Is an acerola drink the same as cherry juice?

No, an acerola drink is not cherry juice. Acerola is sometimes called Barbados cherry, but it is a different tropical fruit from the cherries used to make cherry juice.

Does an acerola drink boost immunity?

Acerola's vitamin C contributes to normal immune function, but an acerola drink cannot prevent or cure infections. It can be part of a varied diet, rather than a substitute for medical care or other healthy habits.

Can an acerola drink help with a cold?

An acerola drink may provide vitamin C, but it does not cure a cold or reliably stop one from developing. Drink it if you enjoy it, and treat persistent or severe symptoms as a health issue rather than relying on the beverage.

Does an acerola drink have added sugar?

Some acerola drinks contain added sugar to balance the fruit's tartness, while others do not. Check the ingredients list for sugar or syrup, or make an acerola drink at home so you can control how it is sweetened.

Can you drink an acerola drink every day?

Yes, most people can include an acerola drink in their daily diet. Keep in mind that concentrated or fortified versions may provide more vitamin C, and the acidity may bother people with sensitive stomachs.

How should you store an acerola drink after opening?

Keep an opened acerola drink covered in the refrigerator and follow the storage instructions on its packaging. Refrigerate homemade acerola drink in a sealed container and use it while fresh.

Acerola Drink Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C

1700mg · 1889% DV

Vitamin E

1.6mg · 11% DV

B5

0.5mg · 10% DV

B2

0.12mg · 9% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.16mg · 18% DV

Potassium ⭐

292mg · 9% DV

Magnesium

36mg · 9% DV

Manganese

0.12mg · 5% DV

Sodium

4mg · 0% DV

Acerola Drink Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

40
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

8
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Acerola Drink

To burn the 76 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):

🚶

19min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

8min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

10min

Cycling

🏊

9min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Acerola Drink?

Acerola Drink is made from the juice or pulp of acerola, a small, tart fruit native to the tropical Americas. It is often blended with water and may be sweetened. In Brazil and parts of the Caribbean, it is enjoyed as a fruit drink, commonly served chilled with breakfast or alongside a meal. Its sharp, bright fruitiness makes it especially refreshing cold.

It is very low in fat, with most of its energy coming from carbohydrates, and is exceptionally rich in vitamin C. If you prefer a less sweet drink, choose an unsweetened version or dilute it with water.

How Nutritious Is Acerola Drink?

Nutrient density

Very high

80/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

42/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Acerola Drink Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Acerola Drink Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Acerola Drink Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Acerola Drink Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.04g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.06g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.08g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.