Healthy Drinks

A medium orange yields about 60–80 ml of juice, while large oranges can reach 90–100 ml depending on variety, ripeness, and juicing method.

One medium lemon gives around 45 to 50 ml of juice, with smaller or larger fruit shifting the total you can squeeze out.

One medium lime usually yields about 30 ml of juice, though size and freshness can shift the lime juice yield.

Two medium lemons yield about 90–120 ml of juice, though size, freshness, and juicing method can push the total slightly lower or higher.

In most hospitals, a single-serve apple juice cup holds 4 fl oz (118 ml), though 6 oz (177 ml) and 8 oz (237 ml) portions are also common.

About half a medium lemon yields 1 tablespoon of lemon juice; small or firm fruit may need closer to two-thirds.

For 1/4 cup of lemon juice, plan on 2 medium lemons; one large lemon may cover it, while small lemons can take 3.

One tablespoon of lime juice equals about 1/2 Persian lime or 1–2 Key limes, with yield varying by size, ripeness, and method.

For 1/2 cup of lemon juice, plan on 2 to 3 medium lemons, since one lemon gives about 2–3 tablespoons of juice.

You’ll need 2 medium lemons for 1/3 cup of juice; plan 3 small or 2 large, since yields run about 2–4 tablespoons per lemon.