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Refreshing, fruity, source of vitamin C
In season: Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Tangerine cocktail (200 g) has 120 calories. That works out to 60 calories per 100 g. It contains 27 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 36 mg of Vitamin C covers 40% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
120
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
27g
· 10% DV
Protein
0.8g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 96% · Protein 3% · Fat 1%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 0.8 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) | 200 g | 120 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 150 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 150 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 330 g | 198 kcal |
Calculated from 60 calories per 100 g.
A tangerine cocktail is easy to make with fresh tangerine juice, ice, and a mixer such as sparkling water. Juice ripe fruit, pour it over ice, and top it up just before serving. Add a spirit only if you want an alcoholic version.
Vodka, gin, and sparkling wine all pair well with a tangerine cocktail. Vodka keeps the citrus flavor prominent, while gin adds botanical notes. Start with a small pour, taste, and adjust rather than letting the spirit overpower the fruit.
Yes, a tangerine cocktail can be completely alcohol-free. Mix fresh tangerine juice with sparkling water, ice, and a squeeze of lime; mint or rosemary can add aroma without masking the fruit. The word “cocktail” does not automatically mean the drink contains alcohol.
Usually, yes: tangerines are a type of mandarin, and the names are often used interchangeably in drink recipes. The exact fruit may vary by region, so choose a juicy, sweet citrus fruit if a recipe does not specify a particular variety.
Yes, bottled juice works in a tangerine cocktail, though freshly squeezed juice usually tastes brighter. Bottled versions are processed and may contain added sugar or other ingredients; making the drink at home with fresh fruit is a less-processed option.
Yes, sparkling water adds bubbles and lightens a tangerine cocktail without introducing much flavor of its own. Pour it in just before serving to preserve the fizz. Still water will dilute the juice but will not give the drink its characteristic sparkle.
Yes, you can mix the juice and any still ingredients ahead and keep them covered in the refrigerator. Add ice and sparkling water at serving time, since ice melts and bubbles fade. Fresh juice is best used soon after squeezing for its freshest taste.
A tangerine cocktail can taste bitter when pith, seeds, or crushed peel gets into the juice. Remove seeds and avoid squeezing the peel into the drink. If it is already bitter, blend in more fresh juice rather than adding a large amount of sugar.
Strain a tangerine cocktail if you prefer a smooth drink without pulp. For a more textured, juice-like result, leave the pulp in. Use a fine strainer after squeezing, before adding ice or sparkling water.
A thin tangerine wheel or a strip of citrus peel makes a fitting garnish for a tangerine cocktail. Mint works well in an alcohol-free version, while rosemary can complement gin. Add garnish just before serving so it stays fresh and aromatic.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
36mg · 40% DV
B5
0.3mg · 6% DV
Folate
24µg · 6% DV
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
220mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
26mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
14mg · 3% DV
Sodium
2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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A Tangerine cocktail is a fruit-based drink built around tangerine juice or crushed fruit. There is no single standard recipe or specific place of origin: it can be made simply with fresh tangerines, or blended with other fruit juices or water. Depending on how it is prepared, it may be light and pourable or retain some soft pulp.
Serve it chilled for a bright, sweet-tart drink at breakfast, as a snack, or alongside a meal; it pairs especially well with savoury foods. Its carbohydrates come mainly from fruit, and it provides vitamin C, while its fibre is modest compared with eating whole tangerines. For a lighter version, skip added sugar and serve a smaller glass with whole fruit on the side.
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
0.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.