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Mocha Calories
Coffee, milk, and chocolate blended hot beverage
In season: Winter · Autumn
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Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Mocha (240 g) has 168 calories. That works out to 70 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.2 g of carbs, 5.3 g of protein, 5.3 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of B2 covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
What is Mocha?
Mocha is a café drink that combines espresso or strong coffee with chocolate and milk, often finished with foamed milk or whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa. The coffee’s roasted bitterness balances the chocolate’s sweetness, while the milk makes the drink smooth and creamy. It is commonly served hot, though cafés also offer iced versions.
In coffee shops around the world, mocha is often enjoyed as a treat or an alternative to a latte, sometimes alongside a pastry or biscuit. Milk and chocolate make it more substantial and higher in carbohydrates than plain coffee; it provides about 70 calories per 100 g. For a lighter cup, ask for less chocolate syrup and leave off the cream.
Mocha Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
70
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
10.5g
· 4% DV
Protein
2.2g
· 4% DV
Fat
2.2g
· 3% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 12% · Fat 29%
Mocha Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
B5
0.4mg · 8% DV
B12
0.18µg · 8% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Calcium
65mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
52mg · 7% DV
Selenium
2.5µg · 5% DV
Iodine
6µg · 4% DV
How Nutritious Is Mocha?
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.
Mocha Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Mocha
To burn the 70 calories in 100 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.
Is Mocha 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 Mocha Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Mocha 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
Mocha Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mocha
What is a mocha?
A mocha is an espresso-based drink made with chocolate and milk. It is often finished with milk foam or whipped cream and cocoa, combining coffee flavor with the sweetness and richness of chocolate.
Does a mocha have coffee in it?
Yes, a traditional mocha contains espresso, along with chocolate and milk. Some cafés can make it with brewed coffee instead, and decaf espresso is an option if you want to reduce the caffeine.
What is the difference between a mocha and hot chocolate?
A mocha contains espresso as well as chocolate and milk, while hot chocolate is generally made without coffee. That espresso gives mocha a roasted coffee flavor that balances the sweetness of the chocolate.
How do you make a mocha at home?
Make a mocha at home by stirring chocolate sauce or melted chocolate into espresso, then adding steamed milk. Top it with milk foam or whipped cream if you like, and dust with cocoa for a café-style finish.
How much caffeine is in a mocha?
A mocha gets its caffeine from the espresso, so the amount varies with the coffee and number of shots used. Ask the café how many shots are in its serving, or choose decaf if you want less caffeine.
Can you make a mocha without espresso?
Yes, you can make a mocha without an espresso machine by mixing chocolate with strong brewed coffee and hot milk. The flavor will be less concentrated than an espresso-based mocha, but it still has the characteristic coffee-and-chocolate taste.
What is the difference between a mocha and a latte?
A mocha includes chocolate, while a latte is made with espresso and steamed milk without chocolate in its basic recipe. A mocha therefore tastes sweeter and more chocolate-forward than a standard latte.
What is an iced mocha?
An iced mocha is a cold version of the espresso, chocolate, and milk drink, usually poured over ice. Stir the chocolate into the espresso before adding cold milk so it blends evenly instead of settling.
Is a mocha stronger than a latte?
Not necessarily: mocha and latte strength depends mainly on how many espresso shots each drink contains. Chocolate makes a mocha taste richer and sweeter, but it does not by itself make the coffee more caffeinated.
What is the difference between a mocha and a white mocha?
A white mocha is made with white chocolate, whereas a regular mocha usually uses milk or dark chocolate. White chocolate gives the drink a sweeter, creamier flavor, while regular mocha has a more pronounced cocoa taste.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.