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Fruit juice providing vitamin C and potassium
In season: Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Homemade apricot and sour cherry juice (240 g) has 127 calories. That works out to 53 calories per 100 g. It contains 31 g of carbs, 1.2 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 13.2 mg of Vitamin C covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
127
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
31g
· 11% DV
Protein
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 95% · Protein 4% · Fat 1%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 127 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 31 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 127 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 186 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 265 kcal |
Calculated from 53 calories per 100 g.
Homemade apricot and sour cherry juice is made by simmering pitted fruit with water until soft, then straining or blending it. Adjust the water for a lighter drink, and add sweetener only if the fruit tastes too tart.
Yes, homemade apricot and sour cherry juice can be made without added sugar. Ripe apricots bring natural sweetness that softens the sour cherries’ sharpness; dilute the juice with water if you prefer a less intense taste.
Homemade apricot and sour cherry juice usually keeps for a few days when promptly refrigerated in a clean, covered container. Discard it if it develops an unusual smell, fizz, or taste.
Yes, homemade apricot and sour cherry juice freezes well. Leave room in the container for expansion, thaw it in the refrigerator, and stir before serving because the fruit solids may settle or separate.
No, straining homemade apricot and sour cherry juice is optional. Leaving the pulp in makes the drink thicker and keeps more of the fruit texture; strain it through a fine sieve for a smoother result.
Yes, remove the apricot stones and sour cherry pits before cooking homemade apricot and sour cherry juice. Pit fruit carefully, since broken pits can make the drink unpleasantly bitter.
Homemade apricot and sour cherry juice can taste tart because sour cherries have a naturally sharp flavor, especially when underripe. Use riper apricots, add water, or blend in more apricot rather than relying on extra sugar.
Yes, you can make homemade apricot and sour cherry juice in a blender using pitted, ripe fruit and water. Blend until smooth, then strain if you want a thinner drink; blending alone does not soften firm fruit.
Not safely by simply pouring homemade apricot and sour cherry juice into jars and sealing them. Shelf-stable canning requires a tested recipe and proper processing; otherwise, keep the juice refrigerated or frozen.
Homemade apricot and sour cherry juice pairs well with breakfast, pastries, or a light meal. Its sweet-tart flavor also works as a nonalcoholic drink alongside grilled food; serve it chilled or over ice.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
13.2mg · 15% DV
Vitamin A
103.2µg · 11% DV
Vitamin E
1.08mg · 7% DV
B5
0.29mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
422mg · 12% DV
Manganese
0.14mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
36mg · 5% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 127 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Homemade apricot and sour cherry juice brings together apricot’s mellow sweetness and the tart flavour of sour cherries. At home, the fruit may be simmered with water and strained, or juiced; recipes vary in sweetness and body, and some include added sugar.
It is usually served chilled as a refreshing drink, whether alongside breakfast or as a simple afternoon drink. It supplies vitamin C and potassium, but straining removes much of the fruit’s fibre, so it is less filling than eating the whole fruit. For a lighter glass, make it without added sugar and dilute it with water; its tangy flavour also works well with a savoury meal.
Medium
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.
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.
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
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.05g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.07g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.