What is Aronia Berry Juice Concentrate?
FruitFast Aronia Berry Juice Concentrate is a single-ingredient concentrate made from 100% aronia berries
(chokeberries) (Aronia melanocarpa). It’s unsweetened and designed for mix-to-taste use, so you control
the strength in water, sparkling water, smoothies, or recipes.
What are the ingredients?
Ingredient: 100% aronia berry (chokeberry) juice concentrate. No added sugar, no sweeteners,
no colors, no flavors, and no preservatives.
How do I mix aronia concentrate (what ratio should I use)?
A common starting point is 1 part concentrate to 5–7 parts water, then adjust to taste.
For general mixing guidance, see Reconstitution.
Why is aronia so dark and bold tasting?
Aronia berries naturally contain dark plant pigments (anthocyanins)
and other polyphenols.
These naturally occurring compounds contribute to aronia’s deep purple-black color and its bold, tannic berry character.
What does “Brix” mean and why is concentrate thick?
Brix is a measure of dissolved fruit solids. Concentrates are thicker because much of the water has been removed,
leaving a higher level of dissolved fruit solids and a more intense flavor. Learn more:
Brix Guide.
Will this freeze solid in my freezer?
Typically not. High-solids fruit concentrates often do not freeze solid at household freezer temperatures because
dissolved fruit solids lower the freezing point. This is normal. See:
Storage.
Is it normal to see settling?
Yes. Natural fruit solids may settle over time, which is common in single-ingredient concentrates. Shake well before use.
How should I store aronia concentrate after opening?
Refrigerate after opening and keep the cap tightly closed between uses. For best practices, see:
Storage.
Can I use aronia concentrate in smoothies or recipes?
Yes. Aronia concentrate works well in smoothies, yogurt, oatmeal, sauces, reductions, and beverages.
Start small and adjust to taste—aronia has a naturally bold, tannic flavor.
What other concentrates pair well with aronia?
Many customers blend aronia with
Wild Blueberry,
Cranberry,
Pomegranate,
or Grape
concentrates for a smoother or brighter profile. Mixing is flexible—adjust to taste.
Does this contain added sugar or sweeteners?
No. This concentrate is unsweetened. Any sweetness comes only from naturally occurring fruit sugars.
Is this product a supplement?
No. This is a food (a single-ingredient fruit juice concentrate). It can be enjoyed as part of an overall healthy lifestyle.
For more background reading, see
The Science Behind the Fruit
and Health Information.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.