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Decaf Americano Calories
Low-calorie, unsweetened coffee
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Decaf Americano (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.7 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Decaf Americano Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
5
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0.7g
· 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 78% · Protein 22% · Fat 0%
Decaf Americano nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.2 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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Decaf Americano?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 60 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 120 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 4 kcal |
| 8 ounce (medium) | 240 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 470 g | 9 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Decaf Americano
Does a Decaf Americano contain caffeine?
Yes, a Decaf Americano can contain a small amount of caffeine; decaffeinated coffee is not completely caffeine-free. The amount varies with the beans and decaffeination method, so it may still affect people who are very sensitive to caffeine.
How do you make a Decaf Americano?
A Decaf Americano is made by adding hot water to espresso pulled from decaffeinated beans. Adjust the water to make it stronger or milder, and serve it plain or with milk if you prefer.
Can a Decaf Americano keep you awake?
It can, especially if you are sensitive to caffeine or drink it close to bedtime. A Decaf Americano still has a small amount of caffeine, so notice how evening coffee affects your sleep rather than assuming it has none.
Does a Decaf Americano taste like a regular Americano?
It has a similar espresso-and-water flavor, though the beans and decaffeination process can change its aroma, bitterness, or body. Asking for less hot water makes the coffee taste more concentrated.
Can you order a Decaf Americano iced?
Yes. An iced Decaf Americano is made with decaf espresso, cold water, and ice. Ask for decaf espresso specifically, since an iced Americano is not automatically made with decaffeinated coffee.
Is a Decaf Americano safe during pregnancy?
A Decaf Americano can be an option during pregnancy, but it is not entirely caffeine-free. Count caffeine from other drinks and foods too, and follow your clinician’s advice about your personal caffeine limit.
Does a Decaf Americano have milk in it?
No, a traditional Decaf Americano contains decaf espresso and hot water, not milk. Milk or a milk alternative can be added, so specify whether you want it black when ordering.
How is coffee for a Decaf Americano decaffeinated?
Coffee beans are decaffeinated before roasting, using water, solvents, or carbon dioxide to remove most of their caffeine. The beans are then roasted and brewed as espresso for a Decaf Americano; the process does not remove every trace.
Does a Decaf Americano dehydrate you?
No, a Decaf Americano does not normally dehydrate you. Its small amount of caffeine has a limited diuretic effect, and the water in the drink contributes to fluid intake; drink water too as part of your day.
Can you drink a Decaf Americano on an empty stomach?
Yes, you can drink one on an empty stomach, but coffee may trigger heartburn or stomach discomfort in some people. If that happens, have your Decaf Americano with food or after a meal.
Decaf Americano Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
B3
1.2mg · 8% DV
Folate
4.8µg · 1% DV
B5
0.02mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Magnesium
19mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
118mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
Decaf Americano Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Decaf Americano
To burn the 5 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Decaf Americano?
A Decaf Americano is espresso made with decaffeinated coffee beans and lengthened with hot water. It keeps the roasted, aromatic character of espresso but has a lighter body and a gentler intensity. “Decaf” means most of the caffeine has been removed, rather than that the drink is made without coffee.
In cafés around the world, it is commonly ordered black at breakfast or as an easy-to-sip coffee through the day; at home, you can make one by topping espresso with hot water. Unsweetened, it is very low in calories, with 2 calories per 100 g. Enjoy it plain, or add a little milk if you prefer a rounder taste; extra hot water makes it milder without adding anything else.
How Nutritious Is Decaf Americano?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Decaf Americano 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 Decaf Americano Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Decaf Americano Good For?
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
Decaf Americano Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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