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Low-calorie drink with tart cranberry and floral hibiscus notes
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Cranberry hibiscus drink (240 g) has 58 calories. That works out to 24 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.2 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 14.4 mg of Vitamin C covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Cranberry hibiscus drink brings together the sharp, fruity taste of cranberries and hibiscus’s floral, tangy notes. Recipes vary: it may be made with cranberry juice, hibiscus infusion or both, so sweetness and strength differ from one version to another. Cranberry drinks are familiar in North America, while hibiscus infusions are enjoyed in many parts of the world.
Serve it chilled over ice for a refreshing drink, or warm it like a fruit tisane. Its tartness pairs well with savoury snacks and meals. At 24 calories per 100 g, it is a relatively light choice; check the label if you want to keep added sugars low.
Selected: 100 g
24
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
5.9g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 98% · Protein 2% · Fat 0%
Vitamins
Vitamin C
6mg · 7% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.03mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Calcium
5mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
3mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
28mg · 1% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 24 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 3
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.
No known major allergens
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
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
A cranberry hibiscus drink combines cranberry’s tart fruit flavor with hibiscus’s floral, tangy taste. Recipes vary: some use cranberry juice and brewed hibiscus, while others use a prepared blend or add sweetener.
Brew hibiscus, let it cool, then mix it with cranberry juice or crushed cranberries. Adjust the tartness with sweetener if you like, and serve it over ice or warm it for a hot version.
A cranberry hibiscus drink made with hibiscus and cranberry is naturally caffeine-free. A recipe that also includes black tea, green tea, or another caffeinated ingredient will contain caffeine.
Yes, a cranberry hibiscus drink can be served hot as well as chilled. Warmth brings out the floral hibiscus aroma, while a cold version tastes especially refreshing and keeps the cranberry tartness prominent.
A cranberry hibiscus drink usually tastes tart, fruity, and lightly floral. Both main flavors can be quite sharp, so sweeten it gradually if you prefer a less sour drink.
No, a cranberry hibiscus drink is not necessarily the same as cranberry juice. It combines cranberry flavor with hibiscus, and may be diluted or sweetened; cranberry juice alone does not have that floral hibiscus note.
Yes, you can make a cranberry hibiscus drink without adding sugar. The result will taste more tart, so use ripe or less concentrated cranberry ingredients if you want a milder flavor without sweetener.
Hibiscus may lower blood pressure modestly in some people, but a cranberry hibiscus drink is not a treatment for hypertension. If you take blood-pressure medicine or have low blood pressure, ask your clinician before drinking it regularly.
Keep homemade cranberry hibiscus drink covered in the refrigerator and use it within a few days. Discard it if its smell, appearance, or taste changes, and do not leave it at room temperature for extended periods.
Yes, a cranberry hibiscus drink contributes fluid and can be hydrating. Water should still be your main everyday drink, particularly if the cranberry hibiscus drink is sweetened.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.