Beverage Base | Gluten Free

Cherry Lemonade Concentrate

N/A (Processed food) Allergen-Free
Cherry Lemonade Concentrate

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A
  • Primary Cuisine American
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Water, Sugar, Lemon Juice Concentrate, Cherry Juice Concentrate, Natural Flavors

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

A frozen or shelf-stable syrup blend of cherry and lemon flavors, designed to be diluted with water to make a beverage.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Tart, Fruity (cherry, lemon)
TextureViscous (concentrate), Thin (diluted)
AromaSweet cherry, Zesty lemon
AcidityHigh

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 40g (1/4 cup concentrate)
Calories280 kcal
Total Fat0g
Saturated Fat0g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein0g
Total Carbohydrate70g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars65g
Calcium5mg
Iron0mg
Potassium20mg

Chef’s Secret

Use a splash of concentrate in fruit-based vinaigrettes or glazes for a quick flavor boost and acidity.

Substitutions

Best Match

Fresh Lemonade + Cherry Juice

1:1 (as a mixed drink)

Natural, fresh flavor, allows for sugar control.

Cherry Syrup + Lemon Juice

Variable

Good for cocktails or custom drinks, but not a direct concentrate substitute for volume.

Pre-made Cherry Lemonade

1:1

Convenient, but lacks the customizable dilution of a concentrate.

Cranberry Juice Concentrate

1:1

Provides similar tartness and color, different fruit flavor.

Buying Guide

Check sugar content and artificial colors/flavors. Look for "not from concentrate" if desired.

Flavor Pairings

Summer drinks BBQ Parties Mixed with sparkling water or alcohol.