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Apple Juice Nutrition Facts: Is Apple Juice Good for You?
Unsweetened apple juice primarily provides carbohydrates from natural sugars, with 46 calories per 100 grams. It contains very little fiber, protein, or fat. Based on this data, it is not a “good source” of any vitamin or mineral, supplying only small amounts. Whether apple juice is a suitable choice depends on your overall diet, portion size, and attention to its sugar and calorie content, as a single cup has about 114 calories and 24 grams of sugar.
Per 100 g · Apple juice, canned or bottled, unsweetened, without added ascorbic acid
What stands out in apple juice
- Carbohydrates and sugar. A 100-gram serving of this apple juice contains 11.3 grams of carbohydrates, with 9.6 grams of that being total sugars. It has very little dietary fiber, at 0.2 grams.
- Calorie content. Apple juice provides 46 calories per 100 grams. A standard 1-cup serving contains 114 calories, and an 8.45 fl oz drink box has 121 calories.
- Vitamin and mineral content. This juice is not a good source of any vitamin or mineral. A 100-gram serving provides small amounts, including 3% of the Daily Value for manganese and 2% for potassium.
- Low in protein and fat. There is almost no protein (0.1 g) or fat (0.13 g) in a 100-gram serving of unsweetened apple juice.
What to keep in mind
- Keep in mind that nearly all of the carbohydrates in apple juice come from sugar. Unlike a whole apple, the juice contains very little dietary fiber, with just 0.5 grams in a one-cup serving.
Apple Juice nutrition facts per 100 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 46 kcal | – |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Total fat | 0.13 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.01 g | – |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.04 g | – |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Carbohydrate | 11.3 g | 4% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Total sugars | 9.6 g | – |
| Water | 88.2 g | – |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 0% |
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Potassium | 101 mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 8 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.12 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 5 mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 7 mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.02 mg | 0% |
| Copper | 0.01 mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.07 mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 0.1 mcg | 0% |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0 mcg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.9 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.01 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0 mcg | 0% |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.02 mg | 2% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.02 mg | 1% |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.07 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.02 mg | 1% |
| Folate (DFE) | 0 mcg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | 0% |
| Choline | 1.8 mg | 0% |
% Daily Value uses the FDA Daily Values for adults and children 4 years and older. Highlighted rows are 20% DV or more per 100 g. A dash means no Daily Value is set.
Apple Juice by portion
The nutrition information changes with portion size. A single fluid ounce of apple juice has about 14 calories and 3 grams of sugar. A standard 1-cup (248 g) serving contains 114 calories, 28 grams of carbohydrates, and about 24 grams of sugar. A typical drink box (8.45 fl oz) is slightly larger and provides 121 calories, nearly 30 grams of carbohydrates, and about 25 grams of sugar. Both the cup and drink box portions contain only a half-gram of fiber.
| USDA portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fiber | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 cup | 248 g | 114 | 0.2 g | 28 g | 0.5 g | 0.3 g |
| 1 fl oz | 31 g | 14 | 0 g | 3.5 g | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| 1 drink box (8.45 fl oz) | 262 g | 121 | 0.3 g | 29.6 g | 0.5 g | 0.3 g |
How apple juice compares with other drinks
Among other drinks on this site, this unsweetened apple juice ranks highest for calories and second highest for carbohydrates and total sugars. Its calorie count (46 kcal per 100 g) is the same as cranberry juice and very similar to orange juice (45 kcal). It has more carbohydrates than orange juice but less protein. Compared to coconut water, which has 19 calories and more fiber, apple juice has more than double the calories and sugar. It ranks low for protein content and provides less potassium than orange juice or coconut water. Its sodium content is very low.
| Per 100 g | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fiber | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Juice | 46 | 0.1 g | 11.3 g | 0.2 g | 0.13 g |
| Cranberry Juice | 46 | 0.39 g | 12.2 g | 0.1 g | 0.13 g |
| Orange Juice | 45 | 0.7 g | 10.4 g | 0.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Coconut Water | 19 | 0.72 g | 3.7 g | 1.1 g | 0.2 g |
| Coffee | 1 | 0.12 g | 0 g | 0 g | 0.02 g |
Quick answers
How many calories are in a cup of apple juice?
A 1-cup (248 g) serving of unsweetened, bottled apple juice contains 114 calories.
How much sugar is in apple juice?
Per 100 grams, apple juice has 9.6 grams of sugar. A 1-cup serving contains 23.8 grams of sugar, and an 8.45 fl oz drink box has 25.2 grams.
Does apple juice have fiber?
Apple juice has very little fiber. A 100-gram serving contains 0.2 grams, and a full 1-cup portion provides only 0.5 grams of dietary fiber.
When to talk to a doctor or dietitian
- This page describes nutrient content, not medical advice. If a health condition, medicine or pregnancy affects what you eat, a doctor or registered dietitian can tell you how apple juice fits your situation.
Last updated October 21, 2026