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Caffeine-free, low-calorie hot drink
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Chicory coffee drink (240 g) has 7 calories. That works out to 3 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.7 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
7
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
1.7g
· 1% 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 89% · Protein 11% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 7 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.7 g | 1% |
| 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 120 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 11 kcal |
Calculated from 3 calories per 100 g.
Pure chicory coffee is caffeine-free because it is made from roasted chicory root rather than coffee beans. Some blends combine chicory with regular coffee, though, so those will contain caffeine.
The chicory coffee drink has a roasted, earthy flavor that can taste slightly bitter or pleasantly caramel-like. It resembles coffee but is not identical, and it has no coffee beans in its pure form.
The chicory coffee drink is made from chicory roots that are dried, roasted, and ground or brewed. Its roasted flavor comes from the root; a blend may also include coffee or other ingredients.
Mix instant chicory coffee drink powder with hot water, or brew roasted chicory grounds as you would a loose herbal infusion. Follow the product’s directions because instant powders and ground-root versions need different amounts and brewing times.
Yes, the chicory coffee drink can replace coffee if you want a hot, roasted-tasting beverage without caffeine. It will not provide coffee’s caffeine-related alertness, and its earthy flavor is distinct from brewed coffee.
It may affect digestion, but the effect varies with the product and the person. Chicory root contains inulin, a fermentable fiber that can cause gas or bloating; a prepared drink may not contain the same amount as the root itself.
Pure chicory coffee is caffeine-free, so it is not expected to cause the caffeine-related sleep disruption associated with regular coffee. A chicory-and-coffee blend can contain caffeine, and drinking any large beverage late may interrupt sleep with a bathroom trip.
The most common possible issue is digestive discomfort, such as gas, bloating, or looser stools, especially in people sensitive to chicory’s fermentable compounds. Starting with a small serving can help you see how you respond.
Its suitability during pregnancy depends on the ingredients and amount; caffeine-free does not automatically mean every chicory product is appropriate. Ask your doctor or dietitian before making it a regular drink, particularly if it contains added herbs or other ingredients.
Yes, milk or a plant-based alternative can be added to the chicory coffee drink. It softens the roasted, slightly bitter taste; you can also serve it black or add a little cinnamon.
Vitamins
B3
0.12mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Folate
2.4µg · 1% DV
B5
0.02mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
84mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
7.2mg · 2% DV
Sodium
7.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 7 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Chicory coffee drink is usually made by steeping roasted, ground chicory root in hot water; it contains no coffee beans. It became popular in parts of Europe as an alternative to coffee, and chicory is also a familiar ingredient in New Orleans-style coffee blends.
Its flavour is roasted, earthy and gently bitter, with a less coffee-like body. It is generally served hot, plain or with milk, and can be enjoyed at breakfast or as an afternoon drink. Naturally caffeine-free and very low in calories, it suits those avoiding caffeine; add milk for a softer taste, or keep it plain for the lightest cup.
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 3
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
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.