Beverage, Juice | Gluten Free Vegan Low Sodium

Chokecherry Juice

Prunus virginiana Allergen-Free
Chokecherry Juice

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Rosaceae (Cherry)
  • Primary Cuisine North American
  • Seasonality Year-Round (processed); Late Summer (fresh)
  • Source Chokecherry fruit

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Definition

Juice extracted from tart chokecherries, often sweetened due to its natural astringency, used in beverages and jellies.

Sensory Profile

TasteTart, Astringent, Fruity, (often) Sweetened
TextureLiquid, Smooth, Syrupy (if sweetened)
AromaFruity, Cherry
AcidityHigh

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 240ml
Calories50 kcal
Total Fat0 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0.5 g
Total Carbohydrate13 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars12 g
Calcium10 mg
Iron0.2 mg
Potassium100 mg

Chef’s Secret

Chokecherry juice can be reduced to create a vibrant, tart syrup or glaze for savory dishes like roasted duck or pork, balancing richness with acidity.

Substitutions

Best Match

Tart Cherry Juice

1:1

Very similar tartness and color, widely available, good for health benefits and flavor.

Blackcurrant Juice

1:1

High in vitamin C and tartness, provides a rich, dark fruit flavor.

Cranberry Juice (unsweetened)

1:1

Very tart and astringent, similar profile if sweetness is added.

Red Grape Juice (with lemon juice)

1:1 (plus a splash of lemon)

For color and some fruitiness, but less tart; lemon can boost acidity.

Buying Guide

Look for "100% juice" and check for added sugars. "Not from concentrate" often indicates higher quality.

Flavor Pairings

Sparkling water cocktails smoothies glazes for meats jellies sorbets.