61 kcal P 10.3g C 3.64g F 0.37g
🍎 Fruits and Fruit Juices
Calories in Juice, pomegranate, from concentrate, shelf-stable
A shelf-stable tart beverage whose antioxidant power comes from rare tannins, not vitamin C.
54 kcal
What makes juice so powerful?
Pomegranate juice gets its deep red color from anthocyanins, specifically delphinidin, cyanidin, and pelargonidin. When juice is made from concentrate, it undergoes a process where water is removed to reduce shipping weight, then reconstituted. This process can affect the stability of these pigments, but pomegranate's high acidity (low pH) helps maintain the anthocyanin structure, keeping the color vibrant. Additionally, the juice contains punicalagins, unique tannins found almost exclusively in pomegranates, which are powerful antioxidants. Unlike many other fruit juices, the majority of the antioxidant activity in pomegranate juice comes from these hydrolyzable tannins rather than vitamin C. During processing into concentrate, the punicalagins can undergo hydrolysis, breaking down into smaller compounds like ellagic acid, but they largely retain their antioxidant capacity. This chemical resilience is why shelf-stable pomegranate juice from concentrate still delivers a robust astringent flavor and retains much of its original phytochemical profile, distinguishing it from more delicate fruit juices that lose their character when heavily processed.
Rich in Punicalagins
Unique tannins in pomegranates provide most of the juice's antioxidant power, not vitamin C.
Anthocyanin Color Stability
The juice's naturally low pH helps preserve its vibrant red pigments during concentration.
Resilient Antioxidants
Processing breaks down complex tannins into ellagic acid, which still retains antioxidant capacity.
💡 When & how to use it
Use shelf-stable pomegranate juice from concentrate as a marinade base for lean proteins like chicken breast, where its natural acidity tenderizes meat while tannins add complex flavor. It also makes an excellent vinaigrette base when whisked with olive oil to dress bitter greens like kale, balancing the bitterness with its sweet-tart profile. Alternatively, drizzle it over plain Greek yogurt for a naturally sweet, antioxidant-rich snack. Once opened, refrigerate and consume within a week.
Calories by Serving Size
100g
54 kcal
P 0g C 13.13g F 0.15g
200g
108 kcal
P 0g C 26.3g F 0.3g
50g
27 kcal
P 0g C 6.6g F 0.1g
Full Nutrition Facts
Per 100g — daily values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 100g
Calories 54
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.15g 0%
Sodium 4.04mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 13.13g 5%
Protein 0g 0%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 11mg 1%
Iron 0.03mg 0%
Potassium 166mg 4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
How does Juice fit your daily goals?
11 min
Walking to burn 54 kcal
3%
of 2,000 kcal daily goal
0g
protein (0% of daily 50g)
37
servings until 2,000 kcal
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Juice, pomegranate, from concentrate, shelf-stable?
Juice, pomegranate, from concentrate, shelf-stable contains 54 calories per 100g. It is a moderate-calorie food that can fit into most healthy diets.
How much protein does Juice, pomegranate, from concentrate, shelf-stable have?
Juice, pomegranate, from concentrate, shelf-stable provides 0g of protein per 100g, which is 0% of the 50g daily recommended value. It is not a primary protein source.
How many carbs are in Juice, pomegranate, from concentrate, shelf-stable?
Juice, pomegranate, from concentrate, shelf-stable contains 13.13g of carbohydrates per 100g .
Is Juice, pomegranate, from concentrate, shelf-stable good for weight loss?
Juice, pomegranate, from concentrate, shelf-stable has 54 kcal per 100g, which is relatively moderate. It can fit into a weight-loss diet as long as portion sizes are managed.
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