How Much Sugar Is in Apple Juice?
A cup of apple juice has about 24 g of sugar — more than a whole apple, with none of the fibre.
High sugar
24g sugar
in 1 cup (248 ml) · about 5.7 teaspoons
- Per serving
- 24 g
- Per 100 g
- 9.6 g
- Type
- Natural sugar
- In teaspoons
- ≈ 5.7 tsp
A big chunk of a day's sugar in one serving.
A cup of apple juice carries about 24 g of sugar — more than the whole apple it came from, and stripped of the fibre that made the apple filling. It's one of the most deceptively sugary 'healthy' drinks, especially in kids' cups.
Because it's clear and mild, the sugar is easy to overlook. Diluting it heavily with water or switching to whole fruit is a simple, high-impact swap.
Lower-sugar swaps
- Dilute 1 part juice to 3 parts water if you want the taste
- Offer a whole apple instead — more filling, far less sugar per bite
Frequently asked questions
- Is apple juice good for you?
- It has some vitamin C but is essentially sugar water once the fibre is removed. A whole apple is far better.
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Sugar values from USDA FoodData Central; actual amounts vary by brand, ripeness, and recipe. Last updated 2026-07-21.