Chokeberry Juice Concentrate

Chokeberry juice concentrate is made from the juice of chokeberries, which are small, dark, tart berries native to North America. The juice is concentrated by removing water, resulting in a more intense flavor and color.

Manufacturers use chokeberry juice concentrate primarily for its deep purple color and tart flavor. It can be found in beverages, baked goods, candies, and dairy products like ice cream.

Chokeberry juice concentrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It is a source of antioxidants, particularly anthocyanins, which are linked to various health benefits in scientific studies. However, these studies often use high concentrations or extracts, and the effects of typical dietary intake are less clear. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated berry extracts, but specific evaluations for chokeberry juice concentrate at a numerical limit are not widely publicized.