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Homemade sour cherry juice sweetened with honey, providing vitamin C and cherry polyphenols
In season: Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Homemade sour cherry juice with honey (240 g) has 139 calories. That works out to 58 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.1 g of carbs, 0.7 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 14.4 mg of Vitamin C covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
139
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
34.1g
· 12% DV
Protein
0.7g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 97% · Protein 2% · Fat 1%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 139 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34.1 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% |
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 | 139 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (mini) | 5 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 30 g | 17 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 290 kcal |
Calculated from 58 calories per 100 g.
Homemade sour cherry juice with honey is made by simmering washed, pitted sour cherries with water, then straining the mixture. Let it cool until warm before stirring in honey, which helps preserve the honey’s flavor.
Homemade sour cherry juice with honey keeps for about 3–4 days in a clean, sealed container in the refrigerator. Discard it if it develops a fermented or unpleasant smell, visible mold, or unusual fizz.
Yes, homemade sour cherry juice with honey can be frozen. Cool it first, pour it into freezer-safe containers, and leave room for expansion; thaw it in the refrigerator rather than on the counter.
Add honey to homemade sour cherry juice after the strained juice has cooled to warm, not while it is boiling. Stir it in gradually and taste as you go, since sour cherries vary in tartness.
No, homemade sour cherry juice with honey does not have to be diluted, but you can add cold water if it tastes too concentrated. Add a little at a time so the cherry flavor stays pronounced.
Yes, frozen sour cherries work well for homemade sour cherry juice with honey. Thaw them enough to remove any pits if needed, then simmer and strain as usual; frozen fruit may release extra liquid.
Yes, pit the cherries before making homemade sour cherry juice with honey. Crushed pits can give the drink an unpleasant bitter note, and removing them first makes the finished juice easier to strain and serve.
Yes, you can make homemade sour cherry juice with honey without boiling by crushing washed, pitted cherries and straining them. The result tastes fresher, but chill it promptly and use it sooner than a cooked batch.
Homemade sour cherry juice with honey can taste bitter if cherry pits were crushed or the fruit was cooked for too long. Pit cherries carefully and simmer only until they release their color and flavor.
Homemade sour cherry juice with honey is not a proven sleep aid. Some research has examined tart cherry products, but the results do not establish that a homemade honey-sweetened juice reliably improves sleep.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
14.4mg · 16% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B3
0.48mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
336mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
29mg · 4% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Homemade sour cherry juice with honey is a fruit drink made by combining sour cherry juice or fruit extract with water and sweetening it with honey. Its characteristic tartness is softened by the honey, giving it a deep colour and a pleasantly sweet-sour taste. It is usually served chilled, alongside meals or as a refreshing drink on a warm day. If the flavour is concentrated, add water to suit your taste.
Most of its energy comes from carbohydrates, while it is low in fat and fibre. Sour cherries can contribute vitamin C and polyphenols, though the amount varies with the fruit and preparation. For a less sweet glass, use honey sparingly and dilute the juice with extra water or ice.
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.
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
— Not 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
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.