The main difference lies in the amount of fruit each product contains and in its composition. 

100% natural juice contains only fruit juice, with no added sugar, colours or preservatives. 

Nectar usually contains 25% to 50% fruit, depending on the type of fruit, together with water and sugar. 

A fruit drink generally has a lower fruit content, often below 25%, and may contain sugar or other sweeteners. 

At Christodoulou Family, each product label clearly states its category and fruit content, so you know exactly what you are choosing.

NFC stands for Not From Concentrate. 

Put simply, it is juice that has not been made from concentrate. 

In other words, the juice is extracted directly from the fruit and does not go through a concentration process. 

In juice made from concentrate, part of the juice’s natural water is temporarily removed so that the juice can be stored and transported more easily. 
The correct amount of water is then added back, returning the juice to its original form. 

In both cases, when the label says “100% juice”, the product is fruit juice. The main difference is the production method, which is stated on the label. 

An example of juice that is not made from concentrate is Christodoulou Family’s 100% natural squeezed orange juice, “From First Hand”. It is made from 
Greek oranges that are juiced within 24 hours of harvesting, for a taste and aroma closer to freshly squeezed orange juice.

The claim “no added sugar” means that no sugar, syrup or other sweetening ingredient has been added to the product. 

100% natural juice contains the sugars that occur naturally in the fruit itself. It is the natural sweetness found, for example, in an orange, an apple or a pomegranate. 

Put simply, the sweet taste of juice does not come from added sugar, but from the fruit itself.

 In Christodoulou Family’s 100% natural juices, the flavour comes from selected fruit, harvested at the right stage of ripeness and carefully juiced at our facilities 
within 24 hours of harvesting.

Pasteurisation is a mild heat treatment that helps juice remain safe to consume and be stored correctly. 

Put simply, the juice is heated for a short time and then cooled immediately. This limits the microorganisms that could affect its quality and shelf life. 

The juice is then packed under controlled conditions so that it remains protected until it reaches the consumer. 

This combination — pasteurisation, suitable packaging and strict production controls — allows the juice to be preserved without the need for added preservatives. 

At Christodoulou Family, we follow controlled production and quality-control procedures, aiming to offer safe and nutritious juices that respect the fruit and its natural taste.

The difference mainly has to do with the way each juice is produced and packaged. 

Refrigerated juices, such as Christodoulou Family’s 100% natural squeezed orange juice “From First Hand”, are kept at a low temperature to protect the freshness, 
flavour and aroma of the fruit. 

Shelf-stable juices, such as those in Tetra Pak packaging, are packed in a way that protects them from light and air. This allows them to be stored for longer outside 
the refrigerator until opened, without added preservatives. 

Once opened, all juices must be refrigerated and consumed according to the instructions on the label, usually within 3–5 days.

Yes. A 100% natural juice may naturally separate, and this is completely normal. 

Because the juice contains natural parts of the fruit, the pulp may settle at the bottom of the pack while the more liquid part rises to the top. Something similar 
happens when we squeeze fruit at home. 

The small “pieces” you may see in the juice are fruit cells — natural parts of the fruit that remain in the product. They are not a sign of spoilage. 

On the contrary, they reflect the natural character of the juice and the presence of components from the fruit itself. 

For this reason, shake the pack well before opening so you can enjoy the juice at its best.
 

Frozen juice blocks are large quantities of fruit juice or fruit pulp that are frozen so they can be stored and transported more easily. 

They are not artificial and do not negatively affect the product. They are a practical way of preserving raw material, mainly for professional or industrial use. 

This practice helps juice manufacturers manage larger quantities of fruit or juice, especially when production takes place during specific seasons of the year. 

Christodoulou Family products sold on the shelf or in the refrigerated section do not go through a frozen-block process. After production, they are pasteurised and suitably packaged, depending on whether they are refrigerated or shelf-stable products.
 

Production using green energy means that part of the energy required for production is supplied by renewable energy sources, such as photovoltaic systems. 

At Christodoulou Family, we use photovoltaic systems at our plants in Koufalia, Thessaloniki, and Nafplio, Argolida, supporting stages such as fruit processing, juicing, 
pasteurisation and bottling. 

In this way, we reduce the energy footprint of production and take another step towards a more responsible way of operating that respects the environment. 

For us, juice is not only the final product that reaches the consumer. It is also the way it is produced: with care for the fruit, people and sustainability.

Food miles are the distance travelled by a raw material — in our case, fruit — from the place where it is grown and harvested to the facilities where it will be processed. 

The shorter this distance is, the faster the fruit can reach the juicing stage. This helps preserve its freshness and contributes to reducing transport. 

Christodoulou Family’s two fruit-processing plants are located in Koufalia, Thessaloniki, and Agia Triada, Nafplio, close to key growing regions. 

As a result, much of the fruit we use travels a shorter distance before reaching production. For us, this means better care of the raw material, faster juicing and more 
responsible management of the journey from the field to the processing facility.

Zero waste means that we try to make use of as much of the fruit as possible, reducing raw-material waste at every stage of processing. 

At Christodoulou Family, fruit is not judged only by its appearance. Fruit that may not be ideal for the fresh-produce shelf but has the right quality characteristics 
can be used for juicing. 

For citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, mandarins and grapefruit, it is not only the juice that is used. Parts of the fruit, such as the peel and natural aromas, can 
be used in different applications, including food, soft drinks, bakery and dairy products, cosmetics, fragrances, cleaning products or animal feed. 

In this way, the fruit gains greater value and waste is reduced, as nothing is thrown away. 

For us, the whole fruit is valuable. That is why we make every effort to use it responsibly and respectfully, from the field to the final product you find on the shelf.

Yes. We take food miles and the way we source our raw materials into account.

Christodoulou Family has worked with Greek growers since 1955, giving priority, wherever possible, to fruit from growing regions close to our facilities.

Our plants in Nafplio, Argolida, and Koufalia, Thessaloniki, are located close to major fruit-growing areas. This helps the fruit reach the juicing stage more 
quickly and reduces long-distance transport.

At the same time, we use green energy from photovoltaic systems and apply practices that make better use of citrus fruit, helping reduce raw-material waste.

For us, sustainable sourcing means fair cooperation with growers, better use of the fruit and care at every stage, from the field to the final product.

For Christodoulou Family, caring for the environment covers the product’s entire journey: from the fruit and production to transport, packaging and recycling.

In production, we use green energy from photovoltaic systems and, wherever possible, reduce food miles by selecting fruit from growing areas close to our facilities.

We also apply practices that make better use of citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, mandarins and grapefruit. This means using not only the juice but also other 
parts of the fruit, helping reduce waste.

For our packaging, we use 100% recyclable PET and options such as Tetra Pak, and we have already reduced plastic use by 30%. We continue to look for ways to 
achieve even better results.

Put simply, environmental impact is not determined only by the packaging, but by every stage of the journey: from the field to the product that reaches the consumer.

Yes. Christodoulou Family packaging is recyclable, provided it is disposed of correctly.

For PET bottles, empty the bottle, rinse it lightly, compress it and place it in the appropriate recycling bin in your area.

For Tetra Pak cartons, empty and flatten the pack before recycling, following the instructions that apply to the recycling bins in your area.

Correct recycling helps packaging begin a new life cycle. Every small action counts.

Yes. A fruit’s appearance does not always reflect its taste or quality.

Some fruit may not be ideal for the fresh-produce shelf because of small external imperfections in shape, size or appearance. However, if it meets 
the quality criteria for juicing, it can be used to produce juice.

In this way, waste of raw materials is reduced and greater value is given to more Greek fruit that is suitable for juicing.

For Christodoulou Family, respecting raw materials means using fruit responsibly, from the field to the juice that fills your glass.