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Hibiscus tea with cinnamon Calories
Caffeine-free, very low-calorie herbal tea with antioxidants
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Hibiscus tea with cinnamon (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Hibiscus tea with cinnamon Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
5
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
1g
· 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 83% · Protein 17% · Fat 0%
Hibiscus tea with cinnamon 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 | 1 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 Hibiscus tea with cinnamon?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 5 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 120 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 4 kcal |
| 8 ounce (medium) | 240 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 cup (double) | 480 g | 10 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hibiscus tea with cinnamon
What does hibiscus tea with cinnamon taste like?
Hibiscus tea with cinnamon tastes tart and fruity, with a warm, sweet-spiced aroma from the cinnamon. The cinnamon softens the impression of hibiscus’s sharpness, but it does not make the tea taste sugary unless you add a sweetener.
How do you make hibiscus tea with cinnamon?
Steep dried hibiscus and a cinnamon stick in hot water, then strain and serve. Start with a short steep and taste it; longer steeping makes the hibiscus flavor more intense and tart. Ground cinnamon works too, but can leave sediment.
Can you drink hibiscus tea with cinnamon hot or cold?
Yes, hibiscus tea with cinnamon is good both hot and chilled. For iced tea, brew it hot and cool it before pouring over ice, or steep the hibiscus and cinnamon in cold water in the refrigerator for a gentler flavor.
Does cinnamon make hibiscus tea less sour?
Cinnamon adds warmth and aromatic sweetness to hibiscus tea, but it does not remove the drink’s natural tartness. If you want a milder cup, use less hibiscus or shorten the steep rather than relying on cinnamon to sweeten it.
Does hibiscus tea with cinnamon contain caffeine?
No, hibiscus tea with cinnamon is naturally caffeine-free when made with hibiscus and cinnamon alone. Check the ingredients if it is a commercial blend, since added black or green tea would contribute caffeine.
Can hibiscus tea with cinnamon lower blood pressure?
Hibiscus tea may lower blood pressure, but it should not replace prescribed treatment, and the effect of adding cinnamon is not a substitute for medical evidence. If you take blood-pressure medicine or have low blood pressure, ask your clinician before drinking it regularly.
Is hibiscus tea with cinnamon safe to drink during pregnancy?
There is not enough reliable evidence to confirm that hibiscus tea is safe during pregnancy, especially in larger or regular amounts. Ask your healthcare professional before including it; being an herbal tea does not automatically make it pregnancy-safe.
Can you drink hibiscus tea with cinnamon before bed?
Yes, hibiscus tea with cinnamon has no caffeine if the blend contains only those ingredients, so it is less likely than caffeinated tea to disrupt sleep. A large cup right before bed may still wake you for a bathroom trip.
Can you sweeten hibiscus tea with cinnamon with honey?
Yes, you can stir honey into hibiscus tea with cinnamon, preferably after it has cooled slightly. The cinnamon already lends a sweet-smelling flavor, so taste the tea first; honey changes the drink’s sugar content.
How long does brewed hibiscus tea with cinnamon keep in the fridge?
Keep brewed hibiscus tea with cinnamon covered in the refrigerator and drink it within a few days. Discard it if it develops an unusual smell, flavor, or appearance, and do not leave it sitting at room temperature for extended periods.
Hibiscus tea with cinnamon Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
0.72mg · 1% DV
B3
0.12mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Calcium
19mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
7.2mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
43mg · 1% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
Hibiscus tea with cinnamon Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Hibiscus tea with cinnamon
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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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Hibiscus tea with cinnamon?
Hibiscus tea with cinnamon is an infusion made by steeping dried hibiscus calyces with cinnamon. Hibiscus drinks are enjoyed in several parts of the world, including North Africa and the Middle East; cinnamon brings a gently warming spice to the tea’s naturally tart, fruity flavour.
Serve it hot as a caffeine-free alternative to ordinary tea, or chill it over ice for a refreshing drink. It is very light when left unsweetened, with 2 calories per 100 g, and contains no caffeine. If you find the tartness pronounced, adjust the cinnamon to taste or add a little sweetener; serving it without added sugar keeps it especially light.
How Nutritious Is Hibiscus tea with cinnamon?
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 Hibiscus tea with cinnamon 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 Hibiscus tea with cinnamon Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Hibiscus tea with cinnamon 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
Hibiscus tea with cinnamon Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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