Fruit Riot Mixed Sour Candy Grapes
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Sodium
- Added Sugar
- Saturated Fat
Verdict
Fruit Riot Mixed Sour Candy Grapes are a tart, coated fruit treat. Its main strength is the absence of sodium, while its main tradeoff is a more formulated profile. Overall, it serves as a fruit-forward alternative to traditional confectionery.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Try it as a bright addition to a vegan charcuterie board with nuts and plant-based cheeses.
Nutrition Overview
The label shows a low-calorie profile with no salt, though it includes a small amount of added sugar and saturated fat.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 45 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbs | 8g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars | 7g | — |
| Added Sugars | 3g | 6% |
| Protein | 0g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 50mg | 2% |
Ingredient Analysis
The base consists of whole grapes and coconut oil, but the sour coating introduces a blend of sugar, acids, and refined starches. This outer layer adds synthetic flavors and colors to transform the fresh fruit into a processed confection.
Ingredients
GRAPES, SOUR COATING [SUGAR, CITRIC ACID, MALIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVORS, LEMON JUICE, LIME JUICE, MALTODEXTRIN, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, FRUIT & VEGETABLE JUICE (COLOR), SPIRULINA (COLOR), TURMERIC (COLOR)], COCONUT OIL
