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Luwak coffee Calories
One of the world's rarest and most expensive coffees, made from beans digested by civet cats.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Luwak coffee (240 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 1 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Luwak coffee Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
2
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0g
· 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 0% · Protein 100% · Fat 0%
Luwak coffee nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 2 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 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 Luwak coffee?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 30 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra small) | 60 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (jumbo) | 480 g | 5 kcal |
Calculated from 1 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Luwak coffee
What is Luwak coffee?
Luwak coffee is made from coffee beans eaten by civets and passed through their digestive tract. The beans are collected from the animals’ droppings, cleaned, dried and roasted before brewing; the finished drink does not contain feces.
Why is Luwak coffee so expensive?
Luwak coffee is expensive because production is limited, collecting and processing the beans is labor-intensive, and it is marketed as a rare luxury. Its high price does not by itself mean it tastes better or is higher quality.
Is Luwak coffee made from cat poop?
The beans do pass through a civet and are excreted in its droppings, but the coffee is not brewed with feces. The beans are separated, thoroughly cleaned, dried and roasted before they are sold.
How does Luwak coffee taste?
Luwak coffee is often described as smooth and less bitter, but taste varies with the beans, roast and brewing method. Some drinkers find little difference from other coffee, so the luxury price is no guarantee of a better cup.
Is Luwak coffee ethical?
It can be unethical: some civets are kept in cages and force-fed coffee cherries to meet demand. Claims that beans were collected from wild civets can be difficult to verify, so look for credible, traceable information about animal-welfare practices.
Where does Luwak coffee come from?
Luwak coffee is associated with Indonesia, where civets eat coffee cherries and beans are collected after passing through them. Similar products may be made elsewhere, so the name alone does not establish where a particular batch came from.
Does Luwak coffee have more caffeine than regular coffee?
Not necessarily. Luwak coffee contains caffeine, but the amount depends on the beans, roast, serving and brewing method; the civet digestion process does not make it reliably caffeine-free or consistently stronger than other coffee.
How do you brew Luwak coffee?
Brew Luwak coffee as you would other roasted coffee, using a filter, French press or another familiar method. Follow the grind and water guidance for your brewing equipment, and start with a plain cup so you can notice its flavor.
How can you tell if Luwak coffee is authentic?
You generally cannot verify authentic Luwak coffee by taste or appearance alone. Look for traceable origin and credible details about how the beans were sourced; labels such as “wild” are not proof on their own.
Is Luwak coffee safe to drink?
Properly cleaned and roasted Luwak coffee can be consumed like other coffee, but poor sourcing or processing raises hygiene and animal-welfare concerns. Buy from a source that provides credible information about handling, and remember that the drink still contains caffeine.
Luwak coffee Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B3
0.48mg · 3% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B5
0.07mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
118mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
7.2mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
Luwak coffee Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Luwak coffee
To burn the 2 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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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Luwak coffee?
Luwak coffee is made from coffee beans that have passed through the digestive tract of civets. The beans are collected, cleaned, dried and roasted; the coffee is particularly associated with Indonesia and is prized for its unusual production and limited supply.
Its flavour varies with the beans and roast, but is often described as smooth, earthy and aromatic. It is brewed much like other coffees and served black or with milk, whether as a morning cup or after a meal. Brewed black, it contributes very little energy; sugar, syrups and cream add more. Because some commercial production keeps civets in cramped cages, check how the beans were sourced and look for credible information that supports collection from wild civets.
How Nutritious Is Luwak coffee?
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 Luwak coffee 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 Luwak coffee Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Luwak coffee Good For?
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
Luwak coffee Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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