Grape Juice Concentrate Added

Grape juice concentrate is made by removing water from grape juice. This process intensifies the natural color and flavor of the grapes and concentrates the sugars. It is commonly produced from Vitis vinifera or Vitis labrusca grape varieties.

Manufacturers use grape juice concentrate primarily as a natural sweetener and flavor enhancer in foods like jams, jellies, and fruit spreads. It also contributes a distinct color and can be used in beverages and baked goods to add a fruity taste.

Grape juice concentrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of natural sugars, and like other concentrated sweeteners, excessive intake can contribute to increased calorie consumption. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated grape juice concentrate and established acceptable uses.