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A pale tan, opaque tea with a smooth, lightly glossy surface fills a small bowl, with no visible leaves or garnish.
●Low GI

Kyrgyz tea Calories

Central Asian tea, typically black tea-based and often prepared with milk and salt.

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

18kcal

GI

18low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

58mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Kyrgyz tea (240 g) has 43 calories. That works out to 18 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.6 g of carbs, 1.9 g of protein, 2.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.3 µg of B12 covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 18 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Kyrgyz tea Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g

43

KCAL / 240G

Carbs

3.6g

· 1% DV

Protein

1.9g

· 4% DV

Fat

2.2g

· 3% 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 34% · Protein 18% · Fat 48%

Kyrgyz tea nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories43 kcal
Total fat2.2 g3%
Saturated fat1.32 g7%
Trans fat0.07 g
Sodium228 mg10%
Total carbohydrate3.6 g1%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein1.9 g4%

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 Kyrgyz tea?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)240 g43 kcal
100 g100 g18 kcal
1 serving (half)120 g22 kcal
1 cup (small)180 g32 kcal
1 cup (large)300 g54 kcal
2 cup (double)480 g86 kcal
1 bottle (small)500 g90 kcal

Calculated from 18 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kyrgyz tea

What is Kyrgyz tea?

Kyrgyz tea is a Central Asian tea commonly made with black tea, milk and sometimes salt. Recipes vary, and some include butter or cream, so it can be richer and more savoury than a plain cup of black tea.

How is Kyrgyz tea different from Mongolian milk tea?

Both are Central Asian milk teas, but recipes and serving customs vary across regions and households. Kyrgyz tea is commonly described as black tea with milk and salt, while Mongolian milk tea may use different tea bases and additions.

Is Kyrgyz tea the same as chai?

No. Kyrgyz tea usually refers to a Central Asian preparation of black tea with milk and sometimes salt, while chai can mean many different spiced tea drinks. Kyrgyz tea is not necessarily spiced.

How do you make Kyrgyz tea at home?

Brew black tea, add milk, then heat the mixture gently and season it with salt if desired. Keep it from boiling over, and serve it hot; butter or cream can be added for a richer version.

Does Kyrgyz tea contain caffeine?

Yes, Kyrgyz tea made with black tea contains caffeine. The amount varies with the tea leaves, how much you use and how long it brews; adding milk does not remove the caffeine.

Why is salt added to Kyrgyz tea?

Salt is part of some traditional Kyrgyz tea recipes and gives the drink a savoury taste rather than the sweet flavour many tea drinkers expect. Not every household seasons it the same way, so it is often adjusted to taste.

Does Kyrgyz tea have butter in it?

Sometimes. Some versions of Kyrgyz tea include butter or cream, which makes the drink richer, but these additions are not universal. The common base is black tea with milk, with variations from one recipe to another.

What does Kyrgyz tea taste like?

Kyrgyz tea tastes like strong black tea softened by milk; when salted, it has a savoury edge rather than a sweet one. Butter or cream, when included, gives it a fuller, richer mouthfeel.

Can Kyrgyz tea be made with green tea?

Yes, you can make a variation of Kyrgyz tea with green tea, but it will differ from the commonly described black-tea version. Green tea has a different flavour, so the result may taste lighter and less robust.

Can you reheat leftover Kyrgyz tea?

Yes, you can reheat leftover Kyrgyz tea if it was refrigerated promptly in a covered container. Heat it thoroughly before drinking and avoid repeatedly warming and cooling it, since the milk-based drink can spoil if mishandled.

Kyrgyz tea Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.29µg · 12% DV

B2

0.12mg · 9% DV

Vitamin A

43.2µg · 5% DV

B5

0.19mg · 4% DV

Minerals

Sodium

228mg · 10% DV

Phosphorus

58mg · 8% DV

Calcium

77mg · 8% DV

Manganese

0.14mg · 6% DV

Potassium ⭐

139mg · 4% DV

Kyrgyz tea Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

18
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0.7
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Kyrgyz tea

To burn the 43 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):

🚶

11min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

4min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

6min

Cycling

🏊

5min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Kyrgyz tea?

Kyrgyz tea is a Central Asian tea drink, usually made with black tea and milk; some versions are seasoned with salt. Recipes vary between households, including whether the tea is brewed with milk or the milk is added afterward. It is fuller and creamier than plain black tea, with a mild savoury edge when salted.

In Kyrgyzstan, tea is commonly served at home through the day, often alongside bread or other food rather than as a stand-alone sweet drink. Outside Central Asia, it makes a warming alternative to milky breakfast tea or a simple accompaniment to a light meal. Its energy content is modest per 100 g, though the milk contributes some protein and fat. Adjust the amount of milk, and leave out the salt if you prefer a gentler, less savoury cup.

How Nutritious Is Kyrgyz tea?

Nutrient density

Low

22/ 100

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

39/ 100

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 Kyrgyz tea 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 Kyrgyz tea Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy yes
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Kyrgyz tea Good For?

Vegan

— Not 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

Kyrgyz tea Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.32g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.53g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.12g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 1.4:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.