Cranberry juice is high in net carbs (~12.2g per 100ml). A standard 8 oz (~240ml) glass delivers ~29g net carbs—far beyond keto budgets—and most commercial options are sweetened. If you want cranberry benefits, choose whole berries or extracts; avoid drinking juice on keto.
Is Cranberry Juice Keto?

Cranberry juice is high in net carbs (~12.2g per 100ml). A standard 8 oz (~240ml) glass delivers ~29g net carbs—far beyond keto budgets—and most commercial options are sweetened. If you want cranberry benefits, choose whole berries or extracts; avoid drinking juice on keto.
- Net carbs (100g)12.2g
- Protein (100g)0.4g
- Fat (100g)0.1g
- Keto verdictLimit portions
NUTRITION FACTS
Per 100g (raw)
Source: USDA FoodData Central
WHY TO LIMIT IT ON KETO
- High carb density: ~12.2g net carbs per 100ml; an 8 oz (~240ml) glass ≈ 29g
- Commercial products are often sweetened, further increasing sugars
- Liquid sugars: juicing strips fiber, promoting rapid absorption
- Low satiety: almost no protein, fat, or fiber
- No reasonable glass fits keto macros; at most a 15–30ml splash diluted (if used at all)
- Whole cranberries offer fiber and lower net carbs per typical portion compared with juice
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Provides polyphenols (including proanthocyanidins) with antioxidant activity
- May help reduce risk of recurrent UTIs when specific PAC content is adequate
- Contains anti-inflammatory phytonutrients
- Potential cardiovascular support markers in non-keto contexts
- Compounds may help limit adherence of certain bacteria
- Antioxidant intake can help counter everyday oxidative stress
PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS
AVOID JUICE FORM
Best practice on keto: skip cranberry juice. Its sugars are concentrated and fiber-free, making it a carb-heavy choice.
FRESH CRANBERRIES ALTERNATIVE
Use whole, unsweetened cranberries (~7.6g net carbs per 100g) in small amounts for sauces or salads instead of juice.
CRANBERRY EXTRACT
Opt for standardized cranberry extract capsules or powders to capture benefits without the sugar load.
NON-KETO RECIPES
Reserve cranberry juice for non-keto cocktails, glazes, or desserts where small amounts are acceptable off-plan.