White grape juice concentrate

White grape juice concentrate

60 kcal per 100 g

Category: Fruits

Nutritional information (per 100 g)

Calories 60 kcal
Protein 0.1g
Carbohydrates 15g
Sugars 14g
Total fats 0.2g
Fiber 0.1g

Vitamins and minerals

Folate 2mcg
Lycopene 0mcg
Potassium 101mg
Vitamin C 4mg

Description

White grape juice concentrate is a product obtained through the partial evaporation of the water contained in natural white grape juice, resulting in a dense, sweet liquid that retains much of the flavor and nutrients of the original fruit. This concentrate is commonly used in recipes to provide natural sweetness, texture, and a characteristic fruity aroma.

The origin of white grape juice concentrate comes primarily from wine-growing regions, where white grapes are harvested and processed to obtain the juice before being concentrated. Countries such as Spain, Argentina, Chile, and Mexico have extensive production of white grapes destined for this type of concentrate.

Among the properties of white grape juice concentrate are its high content of natural sugars like fructose and glucose, as well as antioxidants such as polyphenols and B vitamins, which contribute to a healthy diet. Furthermore, being a natural sweetener, it can be used as an alternative to refined sugars in desserts and sauces.

In different Hispanic American countries, white grape juice concentrate may be found under synonyms such as white grape concentrate, white grape syrup, or simply grape juice concentrate. Depending on the region, it is also known as reduced grape juice.