Beverages

Beverages, orange and apricot juice drink, canned

FDC 173223fl oz (31 g)

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Density 39 · +10 vs Beverages median

This orange and apricot juice drink also scores 39 of 100, Low band, and ranks 20th of 60 in Beverages, above the category median of 29. Vitamin C is the number worth noting, 22% DV per 100 g, a step down from its grape juice drink cousin's 29%.

Like most canned juice drinks, it's meant for quick refreshment rather than a produce swap. A fl oz portion (31 g) contains 12.7 g carbohydrate and 12.1 g sugar per 100 g, with sodium negligible at 2 mg, so it reads as a low-sodium but sugar-forward choice best treated as an occasional drink rather than a juice staple.

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 0.3 g · 2%Carb 12.7 g · 96%Fat 0.1 g · 2%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories51 kcal3%
Total fat0.1 g0%
Saturated fat0.01 g0%
Cholesterol0 mg0%
Sodium2 mg0%
Carbohydrate13 g5%
Dietary fiber0.1 g0%
Sugars12 g
Protein0.3 g1%
Potassium80 mg2%
Calcium5 mg0%
Iron0.1 mg1%
Magnesium5 mg1%
Vitamin C20 mg22%
Vitamin A9 µg1%
Vitamin E0.11 mg1%

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FDC 173223

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What it is rich in

Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.

Vitamin C22% DV

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Versus the beverages median

Nutrient density39 vs 29 median
Protein / 100 g0.3 vs 0.2 median
Fiber / 100 g0.1 vs 0 median
Sodium / 100 g2 vs 12 median

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In the kitchen and how to use it

Orange and apricot juice drink blends citrus juice with apricot puree or juice and added sugar and water, giving it a softer, more rounded sweetness than straight orange juice along with a slightly thicker, more textured mouthfeel from the apricot. It is typically served chilled straight from the can over ice, but it also works well stirred into a fruit punch, used as the base for a light vinaigrette with olive oil and a pinch of mustard, or poured over vanilla yogurt for a quick breakfast parfait. Its mild, not-too-tart flavor makes it a gentler alternative to pure orange juice for people who find citrus juice too sharp.

Once a can is opened, pour any extra into a sealed container and refrigerate, using it within a few days for the best flavor. At 51 calories per 100 grams and just 2 mg of sodium, it is both low in calories and low in sodium, making it an easy way to add fruit flavor without much caloric cost. It supplies 22% DV of vitamin C per 100 grams, a solid contribution for a fruit drink, while its 12.1 grams of sugar per 100 grams comes largely from the fruit and added sweetener rather than being calorie dense overall.

Frequently asked questions about beverages

How many calories are in orange and apricot juice drink?

It contains 51 calories per 100 grams, one of the lighter options among canned fruit juice drinks.

Is orange and apricot juice drink a good source of vitamin C?

Yes, it provides about 22% DV of vitamin C per 100 grams.

Is orange and apricot juice drink low in sodium?

Yes, it has only 2 mg of sodium per 100 grams, making it a low-sodium beverage choice.

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