
Ocean Spray Cranberries
What You Should Know
Ocean Spray Cranberries (12 oz) are presented as a simple, heritage fruit offering from a long-standing agricultural cooperative. You would typically find this package in the produce aisle during cranberry season, displayed with other fresh berries and seasonal fruits or featured in holiday endcaps near pie fillings, baking mixes, and Thanksgiving décor. The brand leans on tradition — grower-owned cooperative, New England and Canadian bog origins, established 1930 — positioning the product toward home bakers, family cooks, and shoppers seeking familiar holiday staples. Label copy emphasizes wholesome benefits (“good source of fiber,” “excellent source of vitamin C,” “fresh from Wisconsin”), creating a mild health halo without organic or specialty certification. Packaging is simple — a clear 12 oz bag or clamshell showing the bright red berries — with no child-focused graphics or indulgent claims. Sensory cues: firm, glossy, ruby to deep-red berries with a crisp pop and pronounced tartness that balances sweet recipes; astringent when eaten raw. Common rituals include rinsing and sorting for cranberry sauce, chopping into muffins or scones, studding roasts and salads, or using as garnish in holiday cocktails. Processing context is straightforward and minimal: fruit is harvested, cleaned, sorted, and packed, with no added ingredients listed. In American grocery culture this product reads as a practical, seasonal staple — nostalgic for holiday tables, relied upon by home bakers and cooks seeking a trusted, single-ingredient fruit to anchor sauces, baked goods, and celebratory meals.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Cranberries..
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Minimally Processed
Why this score?
The ingredient list is a single whole fruit (cranberries) with no additives; the product is minimally processed (harvested, cleaned, sorted, and packaged), fitting NOVA group 1.
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Common Questions about Ocean Spray Cranberries
Absolutely! Ocean Spray cranberries are low in calories and packed with dietary fiber, making them a solid choice for a snack or addition to meals. They provide a burst of tart flavor without any added sugars or artificial ingredients, so they can fit nicely into a balanced diet.
