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Is Red Jacket Orchards Apple Cider, 64 Fl Oz healthy?

Red Jacket Orchards Apple Cider, 64 Fl Oz scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This apple cider is primarily made from apples, which are a natural source of vitamins and antioxidants, contributing positively to its nutritional profile.

How processed is Red Jacket Orchards Apple Cider, 64 Fl Oz?

Red Jacket Orchards Apple Cider, 64 Fl Oz is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Red Jacket Orchards Apple Cider, 64 Fl Oz's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, APPLES counts in its favor; POTASSIUM SORBATE is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Red Jacket Orchards Apple Cider, 64 Fl Oz

Name: Red Jacket Orchards Apple Cider, 64 Fl Oz
Brand: Red Jacket Orchards

Red Jacket Orchards

Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 1

Category Juice

Summary

This apple cider is primarily made from apples, which are a natural source of vitamins and antioxidants, contributing positively to its nutritional profile. However, the inclusion of potassium sorbate as a preservative indicates a higher level of processing, which limits the score. The natural sugars from the apples are balanced by fiber, but the presence of a synthetic additive prevents it from being rated as highly as a minimally processed juice.

Key ingredients 2

APPLES

Good

Apples are a natural fruit rich in vitamins and antioxidants, making them a wholesome ingredient in apple cider.

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POTASSIUM SORBATE

Bad

Potassium sorbate is a preservative used to prevent spoilage, but some consumers prefer products without added chemicals for a more natural choice.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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