A grape is a fruiting berry of the deciduous woody vines of the botanical genus Vitis. Grapes can be eaten raw or they can be used for making wine, jam, juice, jelly, grape seed extract, raisins, vinegar, and grape seed oil. Grapes are a non-climacteric type of fruit, generally occurring in clusters.
Food Property | Type | Description |
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Flavor Profile | Sweet | Grape juice has a natural sweetness due to the sugars present in the grapes. |
Sour | Grape juice may have a slight sourness depending on the ripeness of the grapes used. | |
Nutritional Value | Macronutrients | Grape juice is rich in carbohydrates from the natural sugars present in the grapes. |
Micronutrients | Grape juice may contain small amounts of vitamins and minerals depending on the processing method. | |
Phytochemicals | Grape juice is known for its high content of antioxidants such as resveratrol. | |
Color | Natural Pigments | Grape juice can range in color from deep purple to red, depending on the variety of grapes used. |
Aroma | Volatile Compounds | Grape juice has a fruity aroma that is characteristic of grapes. |
Chemical Composition | Acidity/Alkalinity (pH) | Grape juice is slightly acidic due to the presence of organic acids in the grapes. |
Water Activity (aw) | Grape juice has a high water activity level. |
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