Cranberry juice cocktail

Cranberry juice cocktail

46 kcal per 100 g

Category: Fruits

Nutritional information (per 100 g)

Calories 46 kcal
Protein 0.0g
Carbohydrates 12.0g
Sugars 10.0g
Total fats 0.1g
Fiber 0.0g

Vitamins and minerals

Folate 0mcg
Lycopene 0mcg
Potassium 40mg
Vitamin C 2.0mg

Description

Clear cranberry juice is a liquid extracted from fresh cranberries, characterized by its transparent reddish color and slightly acidic and sweet flavor. Unlike traditional cranberry juice, clear juice is filtered to remove impurities and pulp, offering a smoother texture and a cleaner appearance, ideal for use in recipes and beverages.

The cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon) is native to North America, especially humid and temperate regions like the northeastern United States and Canada, where it has been cultivated for centuries. This fruit has become popular in global cuisine and is common in beverages, desserts, sauces, and dressings.

Properties: clear cranberry juice is known for its high antioxidant content, such as proanthocyanidins, which help prevent urinary tract infections and improve cardiovascular health. It also provides vitamin C and anti-inflammatory compounds. Due to its flavor and properties, it is used in both sweet and savory preparations, as well as in cocktails.

Synonyms in Spanish from Latin America: filtered cranberry juice, pure cranberry juice, clear cranberry nectar.