Apple juice
What is Apple juice?
Apple juice is the liquid extracted from pressed apples. It is typically made by crushing or blending apples and then filtering the resulting pulp to separate the juice. It is a common beverage and ingredient in many food products.
Is Apple juice vegan?
Apple juice is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Apple juice a major allergen?
Apple juice is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Apple juice used for?
Apple juice is primarily used as a flavouring and sweetening agent in food products.
Is Apple juice safe?
Apple juice is not considered a food additive and does not have an E-number.
Why it's used
Apple juice is primarily used as a flavouring and sweetening agent in food products. Its natural fruit flavour and sweetness make it a popular choice for beverages like smoothies and other fruit-based drinks. It can also be used in baked goods and confectionery.
Health notes
Apple juice is not considered a food additive and does not have an E-number. It is a source of natural sugars and is recognised as contributing to overall dietary intake of sugars. The UK's Eatwell Guide advises that free sugars should not exceed 5% of total dietary energy. While naturally occurring, the sugars in fruit juice are metabolised similarly to free sugars.
Allergen info
Apple juice is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. Not a major allergen.
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