Ingredient

Sour Cherry Juice

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Sour cherry juice is used to add a distinct tart and fruity flavor to …

What it is

Sour cherry juice comes from the juice of sour cherries (Prunus cerasus). These cherries are typically too tart to eat fresh and are often processed into juice, preserves, or used in baking. The juice is extracted by pressing the cherries, sometimes after pitting.

Why it's used

Sour cherry juice is used to add a distinct tart and fruity flavor to foods and beverages. It can also contribute a natural red color. Manufacturers use it in products like jams, jellies, baked goods, sauces, and as a flavoring in yogurts and desserts.

Health notes

Sour cherry juice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It contains anthocyanins, which are antioxidants. Some studies suggest potential benefits for sleep and exercise recovery, but more research is needed. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated sour cherry and its components, but no specific regulatory limits for the juice itself are commonly cited for typical dietary intake.

Allergen info

Sour cherry juice is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Sour Cherry Juice

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Pitted Sour Cherries In Syrup PREFERRED SELECTION Pitted Sour Cherries In Syrup Canned Fruit 267kcal 0Protein 0Fat 70Carbs Amarena Sour Black Cherries In Syrup Toschi Vignola SRL Amarena Sour Black Cherries In Syrup Canned Fruit 267kcal 0Protein 0Fat 70Carbs Juice Mart, Inc. Thorntons, Continental, Assorted Milk, White & Dark Chocolates Chocolate High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 528kcal 5.6Protein 30.6Fat 55.6Carbs Grand Prix Trading Corp. Sour Cherry Syrup, Sour Cherry Syrups & Molasses 367kcal 0Protein 0Fat 86.7Carbs Thorntons Plc Thorntons, An Assortment Of Milk, White And Dark Real Chocolates Chocolate High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 514kcal 5.7Protein 31.4Fat 57.1Carbs Sunsweet Growers, Inc. Juice Cocktail From Concentrate Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 15kcal —Protein 0Fat 4.2Carbs Johnny V's Kitchen, Inc. Sour Cherry Syrup, Sour Cherry Syrups & Molasses 367kcal 0Protein 0Fat 86.7Carbs Sour Cherry Syrup Kradjian Importing Co., Inc. Sour Cherry Syrup Syrups & Molasses 367kcal 0Protein 0Fat 86.7Carbs Manicaretti Inc. Cherry Panettone Christmas Cake, Cherry Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 26% DV per serving 348kcal 6.2Protein 11.2Fat 52.5Carbs Supervalu, Inc. Amarena Cherries In Syrup Canned Fruit High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 300kcal 0Protein 0Fat 70Carbs Toschi Vignola SRL Toschi Amarena Black Cherries In Syrup, 8.8 Oz Candy High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 300kcal 0Protein 0Fat 70Carbs Toschi Vignola SRL Amarena Black Cherries In Syrup Syrups & Molasses High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 300kcal 0Protein 0Fat 70Carbs
Sugar (13 products) Water (12 products) Citric Acid (11 products) Natural Flavors (9 products) Glucose Syrup (8 products) Sour Black Cherries (5 products) Vegetable Juice (4 products) Fruit Juice (4 products) Pectin (3 products) Anthocyanins (3 products)

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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