Made from the sweet juices of the mango, mango nectar is a refreshing beverage that is free of carbonation, contains relatively few preservatives, and provides an excellent source of several important vitamins and minerals. With a color that is a cross between yellow and orange, mango nectar can be enjoyed alone or mixed with other ingredients to create a number of different treats.

Prepared with the use of mango pulp, mango nectar is sometimes marketed as mango juice. As a popular offering in health food stores and supermarkets for a number of years, mango nectar gained a reputation of being healthier than many of the processed juices found in mainstream supermarkets. Over time, a broader variety of food shops and grocery stores have begun to carry a mango beverage that is often blended with other juices, such as fruit juice. Still, many people prefer the distinctive sweet and sour taste of mango nectar to juice blends, finding both the texture and the taste to be more pleasing.

Mango nectar can be a tasty ingredient in a number of different recipes for both mixed drinks and afternoon treats. A combination of mango nectar, vanilla ice cream, and whole milk can produce a milkshake that is both nutritious and slightly exotic. As a tasty dressing for tossed fruit, a small amount of mango nectar can be combined with mayonnaise to create just the right hint of extra flavor to enhance a salad made with chunks of honeydew, cantaloupe, strawberries, and other tropical fruit. The same basic recipe can be used to create a slightly sweet salad dressing for a light salad composed of raw spinach, corn nuts, and dried cranberries.

When it comes to mixed drinks, mango nectar can be an excellent means of breathing new life into old favorites. Substituting mango nectar for orange juice in a traditional drink, such as a screwdriver, can add an unexpected layer of flavor. Mango nectar concentrates can be used to create a blender of tasty daiquiris that are a nice change. Essentially, if the drink recipe calls for the use of fruit juice, mango nectar is an excellent substitute.