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Matea drink Calories
Caffeinated plant-based drink, typically sweetened
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 can (medium) of Matea drink (250 g) has 80 calories. That works out to 32 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.5 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Matea drink Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 can (medium) · 250 g
80
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
19.5g
· 7% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% 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 98% · Protein 3% · Fat 0%
Matea drink nutrition facts table · 1 can (medium) (250 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 80 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.5 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.5 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 Can of Matea drink?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 can (medium) | 250 g | 80 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 77 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 330 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 500 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 1000 g | 320 kcal |
Calculated from 32 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Matea drink
What is Matea drink?
Matea drink is a ready-to-drink, plant-based beverage that contains caffeine and is typically sweetened. It is sold as a convenient alternative to brewed mate, rather than as a traditional tea that you prepare by steeping leaves.
Does Matea drink have caffeine?
Yes, Matea drink contains caffeine. The exact amount can vary with the product formulation, so it should not be assumed to provide the same caffeine as a cup of coffee or brewed mate.
How does Matea drink taste?
Matea drink generally has a herbal, slightly bitter character, with sweetness softening that taste. Its flavour can differ from unsweetened mate tea, and the sweetened version may taste closer to a lightly flavoured soft drink.
Is Matea drink the same as yerba mate tea?
No. Matea drink is a prepared beverage, typically sweetened, while yerba mate tea is brewed from mate leaves. They may share a plant-based flavour profile, but they are not interchangeable in ingredients, sweetness, or preparation.
Can Matea drink replace coffee?
Matea drink can serve as a caffeinated alternative to coffee, but it does not necessarily contain the same amount of caffeine or taste like coffee. If you switch between them, consider your total caffeine intake across the day.
Is Matea drink an energy drink?
Matea drink is a caffeinated beverage, but that alone does not make it equivalent to every energy drink. Energy drinks can contain other added ingredients, while Matea drink is described as plant-based and typically sweetened.
Does Matea drink have added sugar?
Matea drink is typically sweetened, so it may contain added sugar. The nutrition information gives total carbohydrate, not the exact amount of added sugar; sweetness and sugar content can differ between formulations.
Should Matea drink be served cold?
Matea drink is commonly enjoyed chilled or over ice. It is sold ready to drink, so there is no need to brew it like hot mate tea; serving it cold also suits its refreshing, herbal flavour.
Does Matea drink keep you hydrated?
Matea drink contributes fluid, but water is the better everyday choice for hydration. Because Matea drink contains caffeine and is typically sweetened, it is best treated as a flavoured beverage rather than a replacement for water.
Can you drink Matea drink while pregnant?
Matea drink contains caffeine, so it counts toward the caffeine consumed during pregnancy from all sources. Keep your total within the limit recommended for you, and ask your healthcare professional if you are unsure how it fits your diet.
Matea drink Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
B3
0.25mg · 2% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
7.5mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
10mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
45mg · 1% DV
Sodium
20mg · 1% DV
Matea drink Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Matea drink
To burn the 80 calories in 1 can (medium) (250 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Matea drink?
Matea drink is a ready-to-drink, caffeinated beverage made with mate, a plant native to South America. Mate has a long tradition in Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay and parts of Brazil, where it is commonly steeped and shared from a gourd. The canned version offers a convenient, often sweetened take that can be served chilled.
Its flavour is typically herbal and tea-like, with sweetness balancing the earthy notes. Enjoy it cold as a daytime alternative to tea or coffee, or alongside a light snack. It contains 32 calories and 7.8 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, and its caffeine may make it less suited to late-evening sipping. If you prefer a less sweet pairing, try it with fruit or a simple savoury sandwich.
How Nutritious Is Matea drink?
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 Matea drink 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 Matea drink Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Matea drink Good For?
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
Matea drink Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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