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It's time to break out the glasses and get ready to celebrate National Fruit Cocktail Day on May 13! This day has been around since the early 1900s and was created to honor a classic summertime treat. Whether you're looking for something sweet, tangy, or a little bit of both, fruit cocktail is sure to be a hit with everyone! Not only is it delicious and refreshing, but it can also be enjoyed in many different ways – from smoothies to salads and more. So go ahead and enjoy some fruit cocktail this May 13 in celebration of National Fruit Cocktail Day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1864</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Canned Fruit Invented</div><div class='timeline-text'>The process of canning fruits, including those used in fruit cocktails, was invented, providing a longer life and portability to fresh-fruit.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Fruit Cocktail Creation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The idea of a canned fruit cocktail - a mixture of diced or sliced fruit and syrup - was conceived and started being mass-produced.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1930s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Fruit Cocktail in School Lunches</div><div class='timeline-text'>Fruit cocktail became a staple in school lunches across America, due to its nutritional value and convenience.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Emergence of Fresh Fruit Cocktails</div><div class='timeline-text'>Fresh fruit cocktails, using freshly cut fruits in juice or syrup, emerged as a popular alternative to the canned version.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Healthy Revolution</div><div class='timeline-text'>Emphasis on wellness and clean eating popularized fresh and organic fruit cocktails, with the addition of nutritious superfoods and unique combinations.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Fruit Cocktail Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Subsequent to its growth in popularity, National Fruit Cocktail Day was created and continues to be celebrated annually on May 13.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make your own fruit cocktail</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather up all the fruits you love and put them together in a big bowl! Cut the fruit into small cubes and mix it all together. Add some syrup or honey for sweetness and top with whatever toppings you want.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Enjoy a fruit cocktail smoothie</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you don't feel like cutting up all the fruit, try blending it into a smoothie! Put all the fruits in a blender and add some yogurt and juice. Blend until smooth and enjoy.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try an exotic fruit cocktail</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Go to the store or the farmer's market and pick up some exotic fruits like kiwi, mango, dragonfruit, papaya, pineapple, starfruit, etc. Mix all these sweet and tart flavors together for something special.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bake a fruit cocktail cake</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Mix all your favorite fruits together with some sugar and butter, then pour the mix into a greased cake pan. Bake for about an hour until golden brown and enjoy a delicious fruity treat.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a fruit cocktail tasting party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a fun night of tasting different fruit cocktails. Ask everyone to bring their own unique combination of fruits so you can compare different recipes and flavors.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Fruit Cocktail is healthy and nutritious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Enjoying a bowl of fruit cocktail for breakfast or as a snack throughout the day is a great way to get your daily servings of fruits and vegetables. The combination of different fruits in one dish makes it both delicious and nutritious, providing essential vitamins and minerals that our bodies need.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Fruit Cocktail can be enjoyed any time of day</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Whether you enjoy it for a light breakfast on its own or as a sweet snack to curb your sugar cravings, fruit cocktail has got you covered! It's easy to make, takes only minutes to cook up, and can be served hot or cold - whatever suits your taste buds best!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It’s versatile</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Fruit cocktail doesn't just have to be eaten on its own - you can use it in other recipes like cakes and muffins to add a burst of sweetness. You can also top your yogurt with some chopped up pieces of fruit cocktail for an added crunch. There are endless possibilities when it comes to using the power of fruit cocktail!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Fruit Cocktail was Essentially Created for the Military</h3><p class='facts-text'>The canned fruit cocktail, which was primarily made up of peaches and pears, was originally created to be a component of military field rations during World War II.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>The standard 5-Fruit Combination in Canned Fruit Cocktails has a Legal Definition</h3><p class='facts-text'>In the United States, the FDA legally defines a canned "fruit cocktail" as a mixture that contains certain percentages of diced peaches, pears, pineapple, grapes, and maraschino cherries.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Fruit Cocktails are Often Enriched with Vitamin C</h3><p class='facts-text'>To offset the loss of vitamins through the canning process, Vitamin C is often added to canned fruit cocktails enhancing their nutritional value.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>They Serve as Cocktail Drinks Too</h3><p class='facts-text'>Fruit cocktails are not just limited to diced fruits in a bowl. The term is also used for a variety of mixed, often decorative and colorful cocktails made with fruit juices or puree.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Fruit Cocktail was the First Meal Consumed on the Moon</h3><p class='facts-text'>As a part of their pre-packaged meals, the Apollo 11 astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin ate fruit cocktail after stepping onto the lunar surface, making it the first meal ever consumed on the moon.</p></div></div>
National Fruit Cocktail Day is celebrated on May 13 every year. In 2024 National Fruit Cocktail Day will occur on a Monday.
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