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Grape juice

Sweet juice pressed from red or white grapes; a drink and an alcohol-free stand-in for wine in cooking.

Also called: red grape juice, white grape juice, unsweetened grape juice, badagi

2 recipes with it

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What it is

Juice pressed from grapes, red (purple) from dark grapes like Concord or white from pale grapes. It is sweeter and lower in acidity than wine. Unsweetened juice is naturally very sweet.

How it’s used

  • Alcohol-free swap for wine (with vinegar)
  • Jellies, sorbets and desserts
  • Marinades and glazes
  • Smoothies and punches

Characteristics

Taste
Sweet and fruity, with mild acidity.
Appearance
Deep purple or pale gold.
When cooked
Reduces to a sticky syrup; red juice stains.
Sold as
liquid
Cooking uses
Usually eaten raw, Commonly cooked

Storage

Refrigerated. Refrigerate after opening; discard if it fizzes or smells alcoholic.

Diet, allergens and safety

No major allergens in typical versions.

  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan
  • Dairy-free
  • Egg-free
  • Gluten-free
  • Nut-free
  • Soy-free
  • Caffeine-free

Nutrition per 100 g

Energy
60 kcal
Protein
0.37 g
Carbohydrate
14.77 g
Fat
0.13 g
Fibre
0.2 g
Sugars
14.2 g

USDA FoodData Central: Grape juice, canned or bottled, unsweetened, without added ascorbic acid.

Substitutes

Optional — what works if you don’t have it, and how it changes the dish.

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