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Unsweetened, dairy-free low-calorie coffee
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
8 ounce (medium) of Blonde Roast Americano (237 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B2 covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 8 ounce (medium) · 237 g
5
KCAL / 237G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 100% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.74 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 8 ounce (medium) | 237 g | 5 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 4 ounce (small) | 118 g | 2 kcal |
| 6 ounce (small) | 177 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 237 g | 5 kcal |
| 12 ounce (large) | 355 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 355 g | 7 kcal |
| 16 ounce (extra large) | 473 g | 9 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
A Blonde Roast Americano is espresso made with lightly roasted beans diluted with hot water. It keeps the espresso base of an Americano, while the lighter roast gives it a different flavor from versions made with darker-roasted espresso.
A Blonde Roast Americano usually tastes lighter and less roasty than an Americano made with a darker espresso roast. It may have brighter, fruitier notes, though the exact flavor depends on the beans and how the espresso is prepared.
It can, if both drinks use the same number of espresso shots. Blonde espresso often contains slightly more caffeine per shot than some darker-roast espresso blends, but the recipe and shot count matter more than the drink’s color.
A Blonde Roast Americano can taste brighter or more acidic than a dark-roast version, but a sharply sour flavor may mean the espresso was under-extracted. The beans, grind, and brewing method all affect how much acidity comes through.
Yes. Pour blonde espresso over cold water and ice to make an iced Blonde Roast Americano. Add the espresso to the water rather than letting it sit over ice, so it chills quickly and the drink is less diluted.
Oat milk, dairy milk, and almond milk can all work in a Blonde Roast Americano. A small splash softens the coffee’s sharper notes without covering them completely; add milk gradually if you want to keep its lighter-roast flavor noticeable.
There is no single fixed shot count for a Blonde Roast Americano; it varies by cup size and the café’s recipe. Ask how many shots are included if you are comparing drinks, since that also changes the coffee’s strength and caffeine.
No, a plain Blonde Roast Americano does not have added sugar. Espresso and water make up the basic drink; sweeteners, flavored syrups, or milk-based additions can change that, so specify whether you want it unsweetened when ordering.
Yes, but coffee can cause stomach discomfort, nausea, or jitters for some people when they drink it before eating. If that happens with a Blonde Roast Americano, have it with breakfast or after food instead.
It can, because its caffeine may make it harder to fall asleep, especially if you are sensitive to caffeine. If you notice that effect, have your Blonde Roast Americano earlier in the day rather than close to bedtime.
Vitamins
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
B3
1mg · 6% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
116mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
7.11mg · 2% DV
Sodium
4.74mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 5 calories in 8 ounce (medium) (237 g):
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A Blonde Roast Americano is made by adding hot water to espresso brewed from lightly roasted coffee beans. The Americano’s espresso-and-water format gives you a longer, gentler cup than straight espresso, while the lighter roast tends to bring out brighter, less roasty coffee flavours.
It’s commonly ordered black in cafés, or with milk and a sweetener if you prefer a softer taste. Plain, it is unsweetened, dairy-free and very low in calories, with 2 calories per 100 g. For a lighter drink, skip flavoured syrups and added milk; it also pairs well with a simple pastry or a small piece of dark chocolate.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.