Erewhons $18 Smoothie Dupe

Looking at the label, this Carrot & Mango blend clocks in with 9g of sugar per 100g and a solid 9.1 score. The ingredients list water, sugars, and 30% juice from concentrate, plus guar gum for texture. It likely tastes sweet with a subtle earthy note from the carrots, smoothing out the mango tang. A great pick for a kid's lunchbox since it feels like a treat but sneaks in some veggie vibes. However, the texture might feel a tad thick due to the stabilizers, which isn't for everyone. It's a convenient option, but the added sugar is something to watch if you're counting.

This Pomegranate Blueberry option has 13g of sugar per 100g and an 8.7 score, derived from 100% juice concentrate. The ingredients are straightforward: pomegranate (85%) and blueberry (15%) with natural flavors. You can expect a deep, tart profile typical of these berries, likely rich in antioxidants. It's a fantastic mixer for sparkling water at a dinner party, adding a sophisticated kick without needing extra syrup. The trade-off here is the acidity; it can be quite sharp if you're expecting something mellow. It's pure juice, so the sugar is naturally occurring, but the tartness might catch some off guard.

Checking the specs, this Organic Pineapple juice sits at 11g of sugar per 100g with an 8.9 score. It's reconstituted from concentrate with organic certification, and uses a blend of natural gums for stability. The flavor profile is likely bright, sweet, and distinctly tropical, though the gums might give it a slightly heavier mouthfeel than pure juice. I'd stash this in my gym bag for a post-workout refreshment because the acidity feels energizing. The downside is the texture—it can feel a bit 'processed' compared to fresh-pressed varieties. If you prioritize organic sourcing over a super-thin texture, this is a solid choice.

The 'For Tots' apple juice lists 12g of sugar per 100g and an 8.8 score, containing 54% juice overall. The ingredients are basic, and the nutrition facts show it's low in fat and sodium. It's designed to be mild and sweet, likely lacking the tartness of pure apple juice, making it very palatable for young children. This is the bottle I'd keep in the diaper bag for emergencies. The trade-off is the lower juice concentration compared to the others on this list; it's essentially a juice drink rather than pure juice. It's convenient and kid-approved, but nutritionally, it's less potent than the 100% options.

This standard Apple Juice has 11g of sugar per 100g and an 8.9 score. The ingredient deck is minimal: apple juice from concentrate, water, and ascorbic acid for freshness. It's the quintessential clear apple juice—crisp, sweet, and likely very familiar. The ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) acts as a preservative, keeping the color bright. It's a reliable choice for an office desk drawer staple. The main trade-off is that it's from concentrate, so it lacks the nuanced, cloudy texture of premium fresh juices. It's a dependable thirst-quencher, but perhaps a bit one-dimensional if you're looking for complexity.