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Mandarin juice
Mandarin juice is a fruit drink made by pressing mandarins, a citrus fruit related to the clementine and the orange. Sweet, fragrant and slightly tangy, it stands out for its sweet flavour and characteristic orange colour. You can find it freshly squeezed, as pure juice or sometimes as a nectar with added sugar. At around 46.7 kcal per 100 g, it mainly provides natural carbohydrates (10.4 g), little fat and a small amount of protein. Enjoyed at breakfast or as a snack, mandarin juice brings freshness and a vitamin boost. Like all fruit juices, it fits into a balanced diet as long as you keep an eye on the quantity.
Macronutrient breakdown
Nutrition table per 100 ml
| Calories | 47 kcal |
| Kilojoules | 198 kJ |
| Protein | 0,7 g |
| Carbohydrate | 10,4 g |
| Fat | 0,2 g |
| Fibre | 0,2 g |
Micronutrients per 100 ml
All measured nutrients, ranked by share of the daily reference intake.
- Vitamin C17,6 mg22 %
- Vitamin B919 µg10 %
- Vitamin B10,08 mg7 %
- Potassium123 mg6 %
- Vitamin B60,07 mg5 %
- Magnesium9,3 mg2 %
- Phosphorus16 mg2 %
- Vitamin B50,13 mg2 %
See the other 7 nutrients
- Iron0,3 mg2 %
- Vitamin B30,25 mg2 %
- Vitamin B20,02 mg1 %
- Selenium0,5 µg1 %
- Iodine1 µg1 %
- Calcium2,8 mg0 %
- Vitamin A2,5 µg0 %
Anses Ciqual 2025. Source: Anses, 2025, Ciqual food composition table
Tips
Mandarin juice is ideally enjoyed fresh and squeezed to order, to best preserve its aromas and vitamin C. Once pressed, it oxidises quickly: drink it within two hours and keep it in the fridge in a closed container. For a standard glass, aim for about 150 ml, a sensible portion of liquid fruit per day.
Nutrition facts and benefits. With 46.7 kcal and 10.4 g of carbohydrate per 100 g, mandarin juice remains moderately caloric. It provides vitamin C, quickly absorbed natural sugars and small amounts of minerals such as potassium. However, pressing greatly reduces the fibre (0.15 g) compared with the whole fruit. As its glycaemic index is higher than that of a mandarin eaten whole, it is better to drink it with a meal than alone on an empty stomach.
- At breakfast: pair it with wholegrain cereals, bread or a yoghurt to slow the absorption of sugars.
- In cooking: it flavours marinades, vinaigrettes, sorbets and sauces for poultry or fish.
- As a mixer: dilute it with sparkling water for a light, thirst-quenching drink.
For active people. Rich in simple carbohydrates, mandarin juice is a quick source of energy, useful before or during an endurance effort. During recovery, combine it with a source of protein, for example a protein snack or a post-training shaker, to replenish glycogen and support muscle repair. Think about hydration too: juice does not replace water during an intense session.
Weight control. Even when natural, a juice quickly becomes high in calories because you drink more than you would eat in whole fruit. Its low fibre content is less filling than a whole mandarin. If you are watching your waistline, limit yourself to a small glass and choose fresh fruit for the rest of the day. Compare it with other options in the family of drinks, such as orange juice or grapefruit juice, and check the calorie table to adjust your intake. As mandarins are in season in winter, it is also the ideal time to enjoy a fresh homemade juice.