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Antioxidant, vitamin C source, refreshing beverage
In season: Summer
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Sour Cherry Juice (200 g) has 100 calories. That works out to 50 calories per 100 g. It contains 24 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 20 mg of Vitamin C covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Sour Cherry Juice is made from tart cherries, either by pressing the fruit or by preparing a syrup or concentrate with water. It is enjoyed in Turkey and across parts of Central and Eastern Europe, where sour cherries are a familiar summer fruit. The juice has a deep red colour and a bright, tangy-sweet flavour; it is usually served chilled, alongside a meal or as a refreshing drink on its own. Its energy comes mainly from carbohydrates, while protein and fat are low. For a less sweet glass, choose an unsweetened version or dilute it with water; it also pairs nicely with savoury dishes and simple snacks.
Selected: 100 g
50
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
12g
· 4% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 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 94% · Protein 4% · Fat 2%
Vitamins
Vitamin C
10mg · 11% DV
Vitamin A
15µg · 2% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
120mg · 4% DV
Calcium
15mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
8mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
15mg · 2% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 50 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
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
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.03g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Sour cherry juice is a refreshing drink that provides fluid, vitamin C, and antioxidant compounds. It is not a proven treatment for illness, and juicing removes much of the fiber found in whole cherries.
Sour cherry juice may help some people sleep, but the evidence is limited and it is not a reliable sleep treatment. Tart cherries contain compounds linked to melatonin; added sugar or drinking a large amount late may be unhelpful.
Sour cherry juice may modestly reduce muscle soreness after strenuous exercise, but research results vary. It can be part of your recovery routine, not a replacement for adequate food, fluids, rest, or a gradual training plan.
No. Sour cherry juice is made from tart cherries and has a sharper, more acidic taste than juice made from sweet cherries. The two also differ in how much sweetener is typically added to make them pleasant to drink.
There is no established daily amount of sour cherry juice that suits everyone. If you drink it regularly, account for its naturally occurring sugars and choose an unsweetened product; people using it for a health condition should ask their clinician about suitability.
Some sour cherry juice has added sugar, while 100% juice contains sugars naturally present in the fruit. Check the ingredient list to distinguish sweetened juice drinks from pure juice, and remember that sourness does not mean a drink is sugar-free.
Yes. Simmer pitted sour cherries with water until softened, then strain the mixture through a fine sieve. Sweeten only if needed, and chill the juice promptly; the remaining cherry pulp can be used in baking or stirred into yogurt.
Yes, refrigerate sour cherry juice after opening and keep the container tightly closed. Follow the storage instructions on its packaging, and discard it if you notice mold, an unusual smell, or a marked change in appearance.
Sour cherry juice has been studied for gout, but it has not been shown to prevent or treat attacks on its own. If you have gout or take medication for it, ask your clinician before using it as a regular remedy.
Yes, sour cherry juice can be frozen in a freezer-safe container. Leave room for expansion, or freeze it in smaller portions for easier use. Thaw it in the refrigerator and stir before drinking if the juice separates.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.