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Instant coffee, low calorie, contains caffeine
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Jacobs Velvet coffee powder (6 g) has 16 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.7 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 1.7 mg of B3 covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 6 g
16
KCAL / 6G
Carbs
2.7g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.8g
· 2% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 77% · Protein 23% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 16 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.7 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% |
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 tablespoon (medium) | 6 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 g | 1 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 2 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 6 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 6 g | 16 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 12 g | 32 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 200 g | 540 kcal |
Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.
Add Jacobs Velvet coffee powder to a cup, pour in hot water, and stir. It is instant coffee, so you do not need to brew it or strain grounds; add milk or sugar if you like.
Jacobs Velvet coffee powder is instant coffee, not ground coffee. It dissolves in water in the cup, whereas ground coffee needs to be brewed and usually leaves grounds that must be filtered or settled.
Yes, Jacobs Velvet coffee powder contains caffeine. No exact caffeine amount is provided for this product, so a precise amount per cup cannot be stated; the amount you drink adds to your total caffeine intake.
No, Jacobs Velvet coffee powder is made to be mixed into a cup, not loaded into a filter or espresso machine. Use coffee intended for your machine, and prepare this instant coffee separately with water.
Yes, Jacobs Velvet coffee powder can dissolve in cold water, though stirring may take longer than with hot water. For iced coffee, mix it with a small splash of water first, then add cold water and ice.
Keep Jacobs Velvet coffee powder tightly closed in a cool, dry place after opening. Moisture can make it clump and weaken its aroma, so use a dry spoon and avoid storing the container near steam or heat.
Yes, Jacobs Velvet coffee powder works for iced coffee because it dissolves in water. Stir it into a little warm water first for an easier mix, then add cold milk or water and ice.
Yes, Jacobs Velvet coffee powder can add coffee flavour to cakes, frosting, or desserts such as tiramisu. Since it is instant, it adds no brewed grounds; mix it into the recipe in a way that does not add unwanted liquid.
You can drink it at night, but its caffeine may make it harder to fall asleep or disrupt sleep. If caffeine affects you, choose an earlier time rather than having Jacobs Velvet coffee powder close to bedtime.
Yes, you can make Jacobs Velvet coffee powder with milk. For a smoother drink, first stir the powder into a small amount of hot water, then add warmed milk; this helps it disperse evenly.
Vitamins
B3
1.68mg · 11% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.03mg · 1% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.13mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
18mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
126mg · 4% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Sodium
3.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 16 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (6 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.
Jacobs Velvet coffee powder is instant coffee: it dissolves in hot water, so there is no need to brew and strain grounds. It offers a quick cup at home, at work or while travelling, with a smooth coffee flavour suggested by its Velvet name.
Drink it black to let the coffee’s bitterness come through, or add milk for a softer cup. It is often enjoyed at breakfast or during a coffee break, and pairs well with biscuits or a sweet pastry. It contains caffeine and is low in calories when prepared without extras. For a lighter drink, skip the sugar and use a small splash of milk if you like.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
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
✓ 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.