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Mentos Sours candy Calories
Sour flavored sugar-based dragee candy
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 pack (mini) of Mentos Sours candy (38 g) has 148 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.5 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 78 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Mentos Sours candy Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 pack (mini) · 38 g
148
KCAL / 38G
Carbs
36.5g
· 13% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 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 99% · Protein 0% · Fat 1%
Mentos Sours candy nutrition facts table · 1 pack (mini) (38 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 148 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 15 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 36.5 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 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 Mini Pack of Mentos Sours candy?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 pack (mini) | 38 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 3 g | 12 kcal |
| 5 piece (small) | 15 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 25 g | 98 kcal |
| 10 piece (medium) | 30 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 195 kcal |
| 2 pack (double) | 76 g | 296 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mentos Sours candy
What is Mentos Sours candy?
Mentos Sours candy is a sugar-based dragee with a sour-flavoured coating and a chewy centre. Its tart fruit taste sets it apart from many of the brand’s sweeter mint and fruit candies.
What flavours does Mentos Sours candy come in?
The flavours of Mentos Sours candy vary by country and product version, and the range is generally fruit-focused. A flavour sold in one market may not be available in another, so there is no single worldwide assortment.
How is Mentos Sours candy different from regular Mentos?
Mentos Sours candy has a distinctly tart taste, while regular Mentos varieties are usually sweeter or mintier. The exact difference in coating and flavour depends on which Mentos product and regional version you compare.
Is Mentos Sours candy hard or chewy?
Mentos Sours candy has a coated outside and a chewy centre. You can let a piece dissolve gradually, but biting it reveals its softer centre, unlike a brittle hard candy that stays hard throughout.
Is Mentos Sours candy discontinued?
Mentos Sours candy is not necessarily discontinued everywhere, but its availability varies by market. Some shops may stop carrying it or have only certain varieties, so limited local availability does not mean it has vanished worldwide.
Do Mentos Sours make Coke explode?
No, Mentos Sours candy does not make Coke explode, though it can cause rapid foaming. The candy’s surface helps carbon dioxide bubbles form and escape quickly, so a bottle can overflow if you drop pieces into it.
Why does Mentos Sours candy make your mouth water?
Mentos Sours candy can make your mouth water because sour flavours stimulate saliva production. The tartness comes from acidic flavouring ingredients, which is why the saliva response can be noticeable as soon as you start eating it.
How should you store Mentos Sours candy after opening the pack?
Keep opened Mentos Sours candy in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry place. Moisture can make the coating sticky, while heat may cause pieces to soften or cling together.
Can Mentos Sours candy cause tooth decay?
Yes, frequent Mentos Sours candy consumption can raise the risk of tooth decay. Mouth bacteria use its sugar to produce acids, and the sour coating may also expose teeth to acidic ingredients.
Can people with diabetes eat Mentos Sours candy?
People with diabetes should account for Mentos Sours candy as a sugary food, since it can raise blood glucose. The suitable portion depends on an individual’s glucose-management plan, so ask your doctor or dietitian for personalised guidance.
Mentos Sours candy Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
15mg · 1% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0.04mg · 0% DV
Calcium
1.9mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
3.04mg · 0% DV
Mentos Sours candy Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Mentos Sours candy
To burn the 148 calories in 1 pack (mini) (38 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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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 Mentos Sours candy?
Mentos Sours candy is a packaged, sugar-based confection made up of small, sour-flavoured dragees. Its bright tang and chewy bite make it an occasional sweet snack; the pieces are easy to enjoy one at a time or share from the pack.
It’s commonly eaten on the go or as a small treat, rather than as part of a meal. For English-speaking readers, it can be a playful alternative to chocolate when you want a sharp, fruity-tasting sweet. Most of its energy comes from carbohydrates, with very little protein or fat. Set aside a small portion instead of eating straight from the pack.
How Nutritious Is Mentos Sours candy?
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
Low
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 Mentos Sours candy Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-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 Mentos Sours candy Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Mentos Sours candy Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Mentos Sours candy Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.