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Orange Tic Tac Calories
Sugar-based orange-flavored mint candy
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (mini) of Orange Tic Tac (1 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 400 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Orange Tic Tac Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (mini) · 0.5 g
2
KCAL / 0.5G
Carbs
0.5g
· 0% 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%
Orange Tic Tac nutrition facts table · 1 piece (mini) (0.5 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 2 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.03 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0% |
| 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 Orange Tic Tac?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (mini) | 0.5 g | 2 kcal |
| 10 piece (small) | 5 g | 20 kcal |
| 20 piece (medium) | 10 g | 40 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (shredded) | 12 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 18 g | 72 kcal |
| 40 piece (large) | 20 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 38 g | 152 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 400 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Orange Tic Tac
What is Orange Tic Tac?
Orange Tic Tac is a small, sugar-based orange-flavoured candy sold as a mint. It is an ultra-processed confectionery, designed for a sweet citrus taste rather than as a source of fruit.
What ingredients are in Orange Tic Tac?
Orange Tic Tac is mainly made with sugar and orange flavouring. Depending on the market and recipe, it may also contain ingredients such as maltodextrin, starch, colourings and coating agents; check the pack for its exact formulation.
Does Orange Tic Tac contain real orange?
Orange Tic Tac gets its citrus taste from flavourings, which does not necessarily mean it contains a meaningful amount of real orange. It should be treated as a flavoured candy, not as a serving of fruit.
Why is Orange Tic Tac orange on the outside and white inside?
Orange Tic Tac has a coloured outer coating around a white candy centre. The two-tone appearance is part of the product’s distinctive design, with the orange coating signalling its flavour.
Is Orange Tic Tac a mint or a candy?
Orange Tic Tac is a small candy with a sweet, fruity orange flavour, even though Tic Tacs are commonly described as mints. The orange variety is not primarily known for the cooling taste associated with peppermint.
How should you store Orange Tic Tac after opening?
Keep Orange Tic Tac in its closed container in a cool, dry place. Humidity and heat can make the pieces sticky or affect their texture; follow the best-before date printed on the pack.
Can people with diabetes eat Orange Tic Tac?
Orange Tic Tac is sugar-based and can raise blood glucose, so it needs to be counted in diabetes meal planning. The right choice depends on an individual’s treatment and glucose goals; ask your diabetes care team for personal guidance.
Can Orange Tic Tac cause tooth decay?
The sugar in Orange Tic Tac can contribute to tooth decay, especially if the candies are eaten frequently throughout the day. Limit repeated exposure to sugar and drink water after having them.
Is Orange Tic Tac safe for young children?
Orange Tic Tac pieces are small, hard candies and can pose a choking risk for young children. Only offer them to children who can safely manage hard sweets, and supervise them while eating.
How is Orange Tic Tac different from the mint flavour?
Orange Tic Tac has a sweet citrus taste, while mint Tic Tac has a cooler, peppermint-style flavour. Both are small, sugar-based candies; the main difference is their flavour profile.
Orange Tic Tac Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
0.03mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
Orange Tic Tac Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Orange Tic Tac
To burn the 2 calories in 1 piece (mini) (0.5 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 Orange Tic Tac?
Orange Tic Tac is a small, hard, sugar-based candy with orange flavour and a light minty freshness. The bite-sized pieces are easy to carry and are commonly taken after a meal or during the day; some people keep them handy to offer with coffee. They are a familiar pocket sweet rather than a substantial snack, and the way they are eaten is much the same across many countries.
Most of its energy comes from carbohydrate, largely sugar, with almost no protein or fat. One mini piece is about 0.5 g, so it is easy to take just one when you want something sweet. If you are looking for a filling snack, pair it with something more substantial rather than relying on the candy alone.
How Nutritious Is Orange Tic Tac?
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 Orange Tic Tac 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 Orange Tic Tac Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Orange Tic Tac Good For?
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
Orange Tic Tac Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.