Here's the truth about what apple juice is, how good it really is for you and when it might be worth skipping.

I've canned 16 pints of apple juice from two pressings in our apple press. I know that these jars, all properly sealed, should now last in our pantry for at least a year, perhaps as much as 18 months.

Apple juice by itself tastes great, plus it's a great mixer, especially with tequila. Meanwhile, apple cider is classic as a hot beverage when temperatures drop, but it can also be enjoyed on ice.

There is one more caveat: The FDA "does not require warning labels for juice or cider that is sold by the glass — for example, at apple orchards, farmers’ markets, roadside stands, juice bars ...

Apple-based beverages are a staple in many households, but the distinctions between apple juice and apple cider are often misunderstood. While they may appear similar, their differences lie in ...

But the FDA does not require warning labels for juice or cider sold "by the glass," which can typically be found at apple orchards, farmers’ markets, roadside stands, juice bars, and some ...

Apple juice and apple cider are both pressed fresh apples, but that is where the similarities stop. The Kitchn states that apple juice is filtered and has added preservatives such as sugar.