Hedelmämehun

Hedelmämehun, a Finnish term, translates directly to "fruit juice." It refers to the liquid extracted from fruits, typically through pressing or blending. This beverage is widely consumed in Finland and globally, enjoyed for its taste, nutritional content, and refreshing qualities.

The production of hedelmämehun involves various methods depending on the fruit. For many fruits, like apples and berries, pressing is common, separating the juice from the pulp and seeds. Other fruits, such as citrus, are often reamed or squeezed. Some juices are made by blending whole fruits with water or other liquids.

Hedelmämehun can be made from a single type of fruit, such as apple juice (omenamehu) or orange juice (appelsiinimehu), or it can be a blend of multiple fruits. Common types include mixed fruit juices, berry juices, and tropical fruit juices.

Nutritionally, hedelmämehun can be a source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, depending on the fruit used. However, it also contains natural sugars, and some commercially produced juices may have added sugars or other additives. It is often consumed as a breakfast drink, a refreshment, or as an ingredient in culinary preparations. The availability of hedelmämehun in Finland ranges from fresh, unpasteurized juices found at local markets to widely distributed, shelf-stable varieties found in supermarkets.