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A clear glass cup holds deep amber-brown tea, with a few pale green cardamom pods visible beside it.
●Low GI

Cardamom black tea Calories

Low-calorie, aromatic, mildly caffeinated

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

1kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

37mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Cardamom black tea (240 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 1 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Manganese covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Cardamom black tea Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g

2

KCAL / 240G

Carbs

0.5g

· 0% DV

Protein

0.2g

· 0% 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 71% · Protein 29% · Fat 0%

Cardamom black tea nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories2 kcal
Total fat0 g0%
Saturated fat0 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium2.4 mg0%
Total carbohydrate0.5 g0%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein0.2 g0%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Cardamom black tea?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)240 g2 kcal
1 tablespoon (whole)15 g0 kcal
100 g100 g1 kcal
1 cup (mini)120 g1 kcal
1 cup (small)180 g2 kcal
1 serving (whole)240 g2 kcal
1 cup (large)350 g4 kcal
1 cup (extra large)475 g5 kcal

Calculated from 1 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cardamom black tea

How do you make cardamom black tea?

Make cardamom black tea by steeping black tea with lightly crushed cardamom pods in hot water, then straining it. Crushing the pods releases their aroma; start with a modest amount so the spice does not overpower the tea.

Is cardamom black tea the same as chai?

No. Cardamom black tea is black tea flavored with cardamom, while chai usually combines black tea with several spices, often including ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. Chai is also commonly prepared with milk.

Should you use cardamom pods or ground cardamom in cardamom black tea?

Either works, but lightly crushed pods usually give cardamom black tea a cleaner flavor and are easy to strain out. Ground cardamom blends in quickly, though it can leave sediment and make the tea taste strongly spiced.

Can you add milk to cardamom black tea?

Yes, milk works well in cardamom black tea. It softens the tea's astringency and makes the drink richer, while drinking it without milk lets the black tea and cardamom aromas stand out.

Does cardamom black tea contain caffeine?

Yes, cardamom black tea contains caffeine from the black tea; cardamom itself is not the source. The amount varies with the tea and brewing method, so choose a lighter brew if you want less caffeine.

Does cardamom black tea help with digestion?

Cardamom black tea is not a proven treatment for digestive problems. Cardamom is traditionally enjoyed after meals, but the caffeine and astringency of black tea can aggravate heartburn in some people.

Can cardamom black tea help you lose weight?

No, cardamom black tea does not cause weight loss on its own. Unsweetened, it can replace a sugary drink, but there is no reliable evidence that cardamom burns fat or gives the tea a special weight-loss effect.

Can you drink cardamom black tea on an empty stomach?

Yes, but cardamom black tea may cause nausea or stomach discomfort for some people when taken on an empty stomach. If that happens to you, have it with food or after a meal.

Can you drink cardamom black tea iced?

Yes, cardamom black tea can be served iced. Brew it with cardamom, strain it, and let it cool before pouring it over ice; add sweetener while the tea is warm if you want it to dissolve easily.

How should you store leftover cardamom black tea?

Refrigerate leftover cardamom black tea in a covered container and drink it within a few days for the best flavor. Let it cool before storing, and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.

Cardamom black tea Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Folate

2.4µg · 1% DV

B2

0.01mg · 1% DV

B3

0.07mg · 0% DV

B1

0mg · 0% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.53mg · 23% DV

Potassium ⭐

89mg · 3% DV

Copper

0.01mg · 1% DV

Magnesium

4.8mg · 1% DV

Sodium

2.4mg · 0% DV

Cardamom black tea Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Cardamom black tea

To burn the 2 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):

🚶

1min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

1min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

1min

Cycling

🏊

1min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Cardamom black tea?

Cardamom black tea is made by steeping black tea with cardamom, which lends the brew a warm, fragrant, gently spiced character. The pairing is familiar in parts of South Asia and the Middle East, while black tea itself is enjoyed around the world. You can make it with whole pods or ground cardamom, adjusting the amount to suit your taste.

Serve it hot at breakfast or as an afternoon drink, plain or sweetened; it also works well after a meal. The tea has a light astringency beneath the cardamom’s aroma. Brewed without milk or sugar, it is very low in calories—about 1 kcal per 100 g—and mildly caffeinated. For a lighter cup, skip the sweetener; it pairs nicely with biscuits or dried fruit.

How Nutritious Is Cardamom black tea?

Nutrient density

Low

18/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

40/ 100

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.

Is Cardamom black tea Processed?

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.

Does Cardamom black tea Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Cardamom black tea Good For?

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

Cardamom black tea Fat Profile

SATURATED

0g

MONOUNSATURATED

0g

POLYUNSATURATED

0g

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.