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Sweetened orange-flavored instant drink powder
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Orange instant drink powder (20 g) has 78 calories. That works out to 392 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.6 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
78
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
19.6g
· 7% 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 | 78 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 36 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.6 g | 7% |
| 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) | 10 g | 39 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 9 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 18 g | 71 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 20 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 20 g | 78 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 30 g | 118 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 392 kcal |
Calculated from 392 calories per 100 g.
Usually, orange instant drink powder gets its orange taste from flavourings rather than a meaningful amount of fresh orange juice. The exact ingredients vary by product, so it should not be treated as a serving of fruit.
Add orange instant drink powder gradually while stirring, rather than tipping it all into the water at once. It may dissolve more easily in warm water; for a cold drink, dissolve it first in a little warm water and then add cold water.
Yes, orange instant drink powder can be served cold. It may take more stirring to dissolve than it does in warm water, so mixing it with a small amount of warm water first can help.
No, orange instant drink powder is not a direct substitute for orange juice. It adds sweetness and orange flavour but lacks the juice’s acidity, moisture, and fresh-fruit character, which can change the result in baking or cooking.
No, orange instant drink powder is a general type of sweetened drink mix, while Tang is a brand name. Products sold under different names can vary in sweetness, flavourings, and other ingredients.
Orange instant drink powder can taste bitter if the mixture is too concentrated or if its orange flavouring has a bitter note. Try adding more water and stirring well before adding extra powder.
Yes, a small amount of orange instant drink powder can add colour and orange flavour to frosting. Add it gradually, because it also adds sweetness and may make the frosting softer if too much is used.
It can stain clothes, especially if the prepared drink or wet powder contains colouring. Rinse a spill promptly with cold water and avoid rubbing it deeper into the fabric.
Keep prepared orange instant drink powder covered in the refrigerator and drink it within a couple of days. Discard it if it develops an unusual smell, appearance, or taste.
It is better treated as an occasional sweet drink than as a daily replacement for water or whole fruit. Its sweetness can contribute to frequent sugar exposure, so water is a better routine thirst-quencher.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
1.6mg · 2% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
36mg · 2% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
4mg · 0% DV
Phosphorus
0.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 78 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (20 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 powder is a sweet, orange-flavoured mix dissolved in water, most often served hot. It offers a quick alternative to brewing tea or making a drink from fresh fruit, and is commonly kept on hand for an easy cup at home. The powder is flavoured rather than a serving of whole oranges, so it should not be treated as a fruit portion.
Expect a distinctly sweet taste and a smooth drink when fully dissolved. Its nutritional profile is mostly carbohydrate: 100 g provides 97.8 g. You can use extra water for a milder cup, or serve it alongside a less-sweet snack to balance its sugary flavour.
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 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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ 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.