The bright orange, sweet, citrusy flavored SunnyD, also known as Sunny Delight, was first introduced in the United States in 1964. In the 1990s, SunnyD became a trendy beverage among children and teenagers, and a cartoon mascot named "Sunny" helped to market it.

While the classic SunnyD is an orange-flavored drink, it is not 100% real orange juice. It's a mixture of water, high fructose corn syrup, and a small amount of orange juice concentrate, as well as other flavors.

SunnyD does not have the same nutritional value as real orange juice, even if it does offer a similar taste. Natural orange juice is a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber, while SunnyD has none of that and is also high in added sugar and calories.