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Welch's 100% Grape Juice, Concord Grape
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Welch's 100% Grape Juice, Concord Grape

Welch's
96 foz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
1g
Protein
35g
Sugars
10mg
Sodium
19
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Welch's 100% Grape Juice, Concord Grape, arrives as a large 96 fl oz plastic jug you’d spot in the beverage or juice aisle alongside other shelf-stable juices, juice concentrates, and family-size drinkable options. The purple label leans on heritage: Concord grapes, American-grown fruit, and a multi-generational brand story aimed at families and parents who remember Welch’s from childhood. It’s positioned as a wholesome, pantry-staple beverage — no added sugar, no artificial colors or flavors, Non-GMO Project Verified, and “excellent source of Vitamin C” crowned on the label to convey a health halo. In practice the product is made from reconstituted grape juice concentrate plus some direct grape juice, with ascorbic and citric acids added for preservation and tartness; this gives it a bold, grapey aroma, a deep purple hue and a viscous, slightly syrupy mouthfeel when poured cold into a glass. The ritual is familiar: chill the jug, unscrew the cap, pour generous glasses for kids, mix with sparkling water for a quick spritzer, or ladle into a punch bowl at family gatherings. It fits shopping trips where shoppers are stocking up — weeknight breakfasts, school lunch prep, or storm-prep pantry stocking — and pairs naturally with cereals, sandwiches, or brunch spreads. Marketing targets relatives who value tradition and convenience, offering a reassuring, nostalgic vibe rather than artisanal or organic luxury. Processing is industrial: pasteurized, concentrated and reconstituted in a plant, with added acids for stability and shelf life, but without added sweeteners or artificial colorants.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 8
Servings per Container: 12
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium10mg0%
Total Carbohydrate37g13%
Total Sugars35g
Protein1g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Grape, Juice, from, Concentrate, (Filtered, Water,, Grape, Juice, Concentrate),, Grape, Juice,, Ascorbic, Acid, (Vitamin, C),, Citric, Acid, (for, Tartness)..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from reconstituted grape juice concentrate with added ascorbic and citric acids and industrial processing, it is a processed fruit product rather than a whole fresh fruit. Ingredients are mostly fruit-derived and minimal additives are used, so it aligns with NOVA group 3 (processed) rather than ultra-processed formulations.

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Common Questions about Welch's 100% Grape Juice, Concord Grape

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit of a moving target! This grape juice is packed with natural sugars—35 grams per serving, to be exact—which can give you a quick energy boost. It’s not exactly a low-calorie drink, but if you're looking for a fruity treat or a way to add some antioxidants to your day, it can be a nice option in moderation.

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
back-to-school
storm-prep

Vibe:

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