How to make Capri-Sun at home plus the secret behind its invention

Are you tired of buying small packs of Capri-Sun and not being satisfied with it? Here’s how to make it at home.

Capri-Sun is one of the world’s most popular juice brands. It is sold in over 100 countries, and, as of 2023, approximately 6 billion pouches were sold annually.

However, it’s an easy recipe that can be replicated at home and has an interesting invention story.

Here’s how Capri-Sun was invented

Capri-Sun, a juice concentrate-based drink brand, was invented in 1969 by a man known as Rudolf Wild in Germany.

Rudolf Wild’s vision was to create a fruit drink without artificial additives. It was made for children and families as a healthier alternative to other unhealthy juice boxes sold at that time.

The drink contained natural fruit juices, fewer preservatives, and no artificial sweeteners or colours.

Originally introduced as Capri-Sonne in West Germany, it’s now known worldwide as Capri-Sun. While Wild Flavours initially manufactured it, the brand has since been licensed to other countries.

Capri-Sun is packaged in distinctive laminated foil pouches, often featuring transparent bottoms and plastic straws.

It is made in a wide range of flavours, but orange remains its most popular choice globally.

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How to make Capri-Sun at home

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If you plan to make Capri-Sun at home, here’s what you need to know:

Ingredients

1. 1 1/2 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice
2. 8 cups filtered water
3. 3/4 – 1 cup raw agave nectar 
4. Fresh lemon and lime slices to garnish
5. Ziplock bags
6. Straws

Directions

1. Mix all the ingredients in a big pitcher.
2. Fill the mixture into a ziplock bag.
3. Decorate with slices of lime and fresh lemon.
4. Keep refrigerated.
5. When you’re ready to sip, gently unzip and put the straw in.