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Sweet, orange-flavored, instant powdered drink, served hot or cold
In season: Winter · Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Orange instant drink (12 g) has 46 calories. That works out to 380 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.4 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 85 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 12 g
46
KCAL / 12G
Carbs
11.4g
· 4% DV
Protein
0g
· 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 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 46 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.4 g | 4% |
| 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 12 g | 46 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 4 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 20 g | 76 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 24 g | 91 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 95 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 380 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 380 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 200 g | 760 kcal |
Calculated from 380 calories per 100 g.
An Orange instant drink is a powdered, orange-flavored beverage mixed with water. It is often served hot, though many versions can also be prepared cold; it is not automatically the same as orange juice.
To make an Orange instant drink, stir the powder into water until it dissolves. For a hot drink, use hot water; follow the package’s powder-to-water directions because the mix strength varies by product.
Yes, many Orange instant drink powders can be mixed with cold water. Stir thoroughly, or first dissolve the powder in a small amount of warm water before adding cold water and ice to help prevent clumps.
Not necessarily; orange flavor does not guarantee that an Orange instant drink contains juice. Recipes differ between products, so check the ingredients for orange juice or fruit powder if that matters to you.
An Orange instant drink is usually caffeine-free, since orange-flavored powdered drinks generally do not need caffeine. Check the ingredients on the specific package if you are avoiding caffeine, as formulations can differ.
An Orange instant drink can get lumpy when powder meets too little liquid at once or is not stirred well. Add the powder gradually while stirring, or dissolve it in a small amount of warm water before topping up.
You can try mixing an Orange instant drink with milk, but it is designed to be prepared with water. The orange flavor may taste unusual with milk, and the powder may not dissolve as smoothly.
Store an opened Orange instant drink in a tightly sealed, dry container away from moisture and strong odors. Moisture can make the powder clump, so also follow any storage directions on its package.
No, an Orange instant drink is not nutritionally or culinarily interchangeable with orange juice. It is a flavored powdered beverage, and its fruit content varies; use actual juice when a recipe or meal calls for it.
Yes, you can use an Orange instant drink powder to add orange flavor to some frostings, icings, or drink mixes. Because it can also add sweetness and acidity, start with a small amount and adjust the other ingredients.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
2.4mg · 3% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Vitamin E
0.01mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Calcium
1.2mg · 0% DV
Sodium
1.8mg · 0% DV
Iron
0.01mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
1.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 46 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (12 g):
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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.
Orange instant drink is a sweet, orange-flavoured powder mixed with water. It is commonly known in Turkey as portakallı oralet, a quick-to-make drink found in homes and cafés.
Dissolved in hot water, it makes a smooth, strongly sweet cup that suits a cool day; it can also be prepared cold and poured over ice. In Turkey it is often enjoyed on its own or with a biscuit. The powder is mostly carbohydrate, with very little protein or fat, so it is best thought of as a sweet drink rather than a source of nourishment. Use less powder and more water for a milder, lighter cup.
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.
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.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ 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
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.