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Ready-to-mix instant coffee blend
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 teaspoon (medium) of Instant coffee mix (5 g) has 18 calories. That works out to 360 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.9 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 0.9 mg of B3 covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 teaspoon (medium) · 5 g
18
KCAL / 5G
Carbs
3.9g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 86% · Protein 9% · Fat 5%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 18 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.9 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% |
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 teaspoon (medium) | 5 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 2 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 8 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 12 g | 43 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 16 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 18 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 20 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 25 g | 90 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 360 kcal |
Calculated from 360 calories per 100 g.
Add the instant coffee mix to a cup, pour in hot water, and stir until it dissolves. The amount of water affects the strength, so follow the packet directions or adjust it to your taste.
Instant coffee mix contains soluble coffee, and many blends also include sugar and a creamer or whitener. Recipes differ between products, so a mix may taste sweeter and creamier than plain instant coffee.
Yes, instant coffee mix made with coffee contains caffeine. The amount varies with the blend and its coffee content, so account for other caffeine sources such as tea, cola, and energy drinks too.
Not necessarily. “3-in-1” usually means coffee, sugar, and creamer are combined in one serving, while instant coffee mix is a broader term and can have a different ingredient combination.
Yes, many instant coffee mixes dissolve in cold water, although they may take longer to mix than in hot water. Stir the powder into a small amount of liquid first, then add more water or milk.
Yes, you can add milk to instant coffee mix. Dissolving the powder in a little hot water first helps prevent lumps; then add warm or cold milk to get the taste and texture you want.
Keep opened instant coffee mix in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Moisture can make the powder clump and dull its flavor; follow any storage instructions printed on the packet.
Instant coffee is made by brewing coffee, concentrating the extract, and drying it into soluble granules or powder. A manufacturer then blends it with other ingredients as needed, so the finished mix is a processed product.
Yes, its caffeine can make it harder to fall asleep or affect sleep quality, especially if you are sensitive to caffeine. Choose a caffeine-free drink or have instant coffee mix earlier if it disrupts your sleep.
People with diabetes can drink it, but some instant coffee mixes contain added sugar that can affect blood glucose. Check the product’s ingredients and portion, and ask your doctor or dietitian for advice tailored to you.
Vitamins
B3
0.9mg · 6% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.04mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.05µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
75mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
11mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
6mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.03mg · 1% DV
Sodium
11mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 18 calories in 1 teaspoon (medium) (5 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Instant coffee mix is a ready-to-stir coffee drink, usually made with soluble coffee and, depending on the blend, sugar and a creamer or milk powder. It makes a quick cup without brewing and tends to taste sweeter and softer than plain instant coffee.
It is commonly mixed with hot water for breakfast or a mid-day break; add milk instead if you prefer a creamier cup. In some places it is also served iced. Most of its energy comes from carbohydrate: it provides 78 g per 100 g. If you want a less sweet drink, use a smaller amount of mix and skip any extra sugar.
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.