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Malt coffee Calories
Caffeine-free grain-based hot beverage; low in fat and provides small amounts of minerals.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Malt coffee (240 g) has 84 calories. That works out to 35 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.4 g of carbs, 0.7 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Malt coffee Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
84
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
19.4g
· 7% DV
Protein
0.7g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 94% · Protein 3% · Fat 3%
Malt coffee nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 84 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 19 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.4 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.7 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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Malt coffee?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (grated) | 5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 15 g | 5 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 120 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 480 g | 168 kcal |
Calculated from 35 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Malt coffee
What is malt coffee?
Malt coffee is a hot drink made from roasted malted grains rather than coffee beans. It is a processed grain-based coffee alternative, with a toasted, malty flavor and no caffeine when made from malt alone.
Does malt coffee contain caffeine?
No, malt coffee made entirely from malted grains is caffeine-free. It does not provide the stimulant effect of regular coffee, so it can suit people looking for a warm, roasted-tasting drink without caffeine.
Is malt coffee made from barley?
Often, yes: malt coffee is commonly made with roasted malted barley, though grain blends can vary. Barley gives it a toasted, slightly sweet flavor and means it contains gluten.
How do you make malt coffee?
Malt coffee is prepared by mixing the soluble powder or granules with hot water, or by brewing a ground version. Follow the preparation directions for the form you have, since brewing methods vary.
Does malt coffee taste like regular coffee?
Malt coffee has a roasted flavor that may remind you of coffee, but it tastes more like toasted grain and malt and is usually milder. It lacks coffee’s characteristic bean aroma and bitterness.
Can you add milk to malt coffee?
Yes, milk works well in malt coffee. It softens the toasted grain flavor, and you can serve the drink with dairy or a plant-based milk according to your preference.
Is malt coffee a good substitute for regular coffee?
Malt coffee can replace regular coffee as a hot drink, but not as a source of caffeine or identical flavor. Choose it if you want a caffeine-free, roasted alternative rather than coffee’s stimulating effect.
Can you drink malt coffee before bed?
Yes, malt coffee made only from malt is caffeine-free, so it is less likely to interfere with sleep than regular coffee. Added cocoa or other ingredients can change what is in the drink.
Can you drink malt coffee during pregnancy?
Yes, pure malt coffee is caffeine-free and can be an option when reducing caffeine during pregnancy. It is often made with gluten-containing barley, so avoid it if you have coeliac disease.
Does malt coffee raise blood sugar?
It can: malt coffee is made from grains and contains carbohydrates that may affect blood glucose. Preparing it without added sugar avoids extra sugar, but does not remove the drink’s grain-derived carbohydrates.
Malt coffee Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
0.72mg · 5% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B5
0.12mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
29mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
14mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
108mg · 3% DV
Sodium
19mg · 1% DV
Malt coffee Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Malt coffee
To burn the 84 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 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 Malt coffee?
Malt coffee is a coffee-like hot drink made from roasted malted grains, often barley, rather than coffee beans. It is naturally caffeine-free and is sold in forms that can be brewed or mixed from a prepared powder.
Its flavour is toasted and gently sweet, with a softer, less sharp taste than regular coffee. In places where grain-based coffee substitutes are familiar, people often drink it at breakfast or in the evening, plain or with milk; it also works as a warming alternative for anyone avoiding caffeine. It is mostly carbohydrate, with very little fat or protein. For a lighter cup, skip added sugar and use milk only if you like.
How Nutritious Is Malt 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 Malt coffee Processed?
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.
Does Malt coffee Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Malt coffee Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Malt coffee Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.