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Short-volume, concentrated espresso-style coffee; very low in calories.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Corto coffee (20 g) has 0 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 20 g
0
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 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 0% · Protein 100% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 0 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 20 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 30 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 30 g | 1 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 40 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
Corto coffee is a small, concentrated espresso-style coffee made with a short extraction. “Corto” means “short,” but cafés may use the name somewhat differently, so the exact serving and recipe can vary.
No. Corto coffee is generally a short espresso-style serving, while a cortado is espresso mixed with a small amount of warm milk. The similar names can be confusing, but the drinks are not interchangeable.
Corto coffee can taste more intense because it has less liquid, but that does not necessarily mean it contains more caffeine than espresso. Its total caffeine depends on the coffee dose, beans, and extraction.
Corto coffee and ristretto are both associated with short espresso-style servings. Ristretto usually refers to a specific restricted espresso extraction, whereas corto can be a looser menu term for a short coffee.
Corto coffee is served as a short, concentrated pour; a lungo is pulled with more water and served as a longer drink. A lungo therefore has more liquid and may taste less concentrated.
Make Corto coffee with an espresso machine by pulling a short espresso-style shot into a small cup. The ideal grind and extraction depend on your machine and beans, so adjust them to get a balanced, not harsh, taste.
Not necessarily. Corto coffee tastes concentrated, but a larger cup of drip coffee can contain more total caffeine because it has more coffee and liquid. The exact amount varies with the beans and preparation.
Yes, you can add milk to Corto coffee, though it is commonly served plain. Adding a small amount of warm milk makes it closer to a cortado; adding milk does not turn the two names into exact synonyms.
No, a normal serving of Corto coffee does not automatically dehydrate you. Coffee contributes fluid, although caffeine can increase urination for some people, particularly if they are not used to it.
Yes, Corto coffee can interfere with sleep if you are sensitive to caffeine or drink it close to bedtime. Its small serving size does not remove caffeine’s effects, so choose an earlier time if it affects your sleep.
Vitamins
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B3
0.06mg · 0% DV
Folate
0.4µg · 0% DV
B5
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Magnesium
1.6mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
9.8mg · 0% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Manganese
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
Corto coffee is a small, concentrated espresso-style drink made with a short pour of water. Served in a little cup, it has a pronounced coffee flavour and a fuller impression than a longer brew. It suits a quick pause after a meal or alongside breakfast; in many cafés, a glass of water is served with it. Plain Corto coffee has very few calories and virtually no carbohydrates, so it can fit easily into many eating styles. Add milk or sugar if you prefer a softer, sweeter cup, keeping in mind that these additions change its nutritional profile.
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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.