Blackberry Juice Benefits: Anthocyanins, Vitamin C & Manganese

What's in Blackberry Juice

Blackberries are deeply pigmented with anthocyanins and also supply vitamin C, vitamin K and manganese. Pomona Organic Blackberry Juice has about 90 calories and 18g of natural sugar per bottle, with 0g added sugar — one of the lower-sugar berry juices.

1. Antioxidant Polyphenols

Blackberries rank among the most polyphenol-rich berries, including anthocyanins and ellagitannins. Lab research suggests these compounds have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity; human research is still limited, so treat this as promising rather than proven.

2. Vitamin C and Manganese

Vitamin C supports normal immune function and collagen formation. Manganese supports normal bone formation and energy metabolism. Blackberry juice is a good source of both.

3. Brain Research on Berries

Large observational studies, including the Nurses' Health Study, have linked higher berry intake with slower cognitive aging. Blackberries share the anthocyanins researchers credit, though most direct studies have used blueberries and strawberries.

Blackberry vs Blueberry Juice

Blueberries are more widely studied and edge ahead on total anthocyanins; blackberries bring more vitamin C, manganese and a tarter, wine-like flavor with less sugar. Many people keep both.

Finding Real Blackberry Juice

Pure blackberry juice is hard to find — most products are blends with apple or grape. Pomona Organic Blackberry Juice is cold-pressed from USDA Organic blackberries only, never from concentrate, no added sugar, in BPA-free glass.

FAQ

• Is blackberry juice good for you? — Pure blackberry juice supplies anthocyanins, vitamin C, vitamin K and manganese with relatively little sugar for a fruit juice.
• Is blackberry juice better than blueberry juice? — Neither is better overall. Blackberry has more vitamin C and manganese; blueberry is more studied and higher in anthocyanins.
• Where can I buy 100% blackberry juice? — Pure blackberry juice is rare. Pomona Organic Blackberry Juice is 100% blackberries, cold-pressed and USDA Organic.
• How much blackberry juice should I drink? — 4-8 oz a day is a typical serving.