Ready & Packaged Foods
All →Vegetables & Legumes
All →Desserts & Confectionery
All →Meat & Protein
All →Grains & Bakery
All →Beverages
All →Milk & Dairy
All →
Homemade sour cherry juice with added sugar; carbohydrate-dominant, with some vitamin C and potassium.
In season: Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Homemade sweetened sour cherry juice (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 13.2 mg of Vitamin C covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (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 | 7.2 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.
Log this food in EatBetter
100,000+ people use it
📸 Scan the code to get the app free.

| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 139 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 9 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 58 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 145 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 360 g | 209 kcal |
Calculated from 58 calories per 100 g.
Homemade sweetened sour cherry juice is made by simmering sour cherries in water, straining the liquid, and stirring in sugar. Pressing the softened fruit releases more flavor; chill the finished juice promptly and keep it covered in the refrigerator.
Homemade sweetened sour cherry juice usually keeps for a few days when refrigerated in a clean, sealed container. Do not leave it at room temperature for long, and discard it if it develops an unusual smell, fizz, or taste.
Yes, frozen sour cherries work well for homemade sweetened sour cherry juice. Simmer them straight from frozen, then strain the liquid as usual; they may release more juice as they thaw, so adjust the water to get the flavor you want.
Yes, homemade sweetened sour cherry juice can be frozen. Use a freezer-safe container and leave room for expansion, then thaw it in the refrigerator. Stir before serving because the flavor or appearance may change slightly after thawing.
No, homemade sweetened sour cherry juice does not have to be diluted, but you can add water if it tastes too strong or sweet. Start with a small splash, taste, and adjust rather than watering down the whole batch.
Homemade sweetened sour cherry juice can taste very tart because sour cherries naturally have a sharp flavor. Add sugar gradually while the juice is warm, tasting as you go, or dilute the finished drink with cold water instead of making the whole batch sweeter.
Homemade sweetened sour cherry juice is caffeine-free, but it is not a proven sleep treatment. It also contains added sugar, so drinking a large glass close to bedtime may be unhelpful if sweetness or extra fluid disrupts your sleep.
People with diabetes can include homemade sweetened sour cherry juice only if its added sugar and serving fit their eating plan. Juice is easy to drink quickly, so keep the portion modest and ask your diabetes care team how to account for it.
No, homemade sweetened sour cherry juice is not necessarily sour cherry concentrate. It is usually a strained drink made by cooking cherries with water and sugar; concentrate has much of its water removed and is typically diluted before drinking.
Yes, homemade sweetened sour cherry juice can flavor cocktails, sauces, and desserts. Because its sweetness and tartness vary from batch to batch, add it a little at a time and reduce other sweeteners in the recipe if needed.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
13.2mg · 15% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B3
0.48mg · 3% DV
Vitamin K
3.6µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
324mg · 10% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Manganese
0.1mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
26mg · 4% DV
Sodium
7.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 139 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
🚶
Walking (5 km/h)
🏃
Running (8 km/h)
🚴
Cycling
🏊
Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Homemade sweetened sour cherry juice is a home-style drink made by simmering tart cherries with water and sugar, then straining the fruit. It is especially familiar in Turkish kitchens, where the cherries’ sharp, tangy flavour is balanced with sweetness. Served well chilled, it works alongside a meal or as a refreshing drink for guests; it can also be diluted to taste. Its nutrition is mainly carbohydrate, with very little protein or fat. For a less sweet glass, add water before serving or use less sugar when making a batch.
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 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
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.
Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.