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Fermented bread-based beverage, low alcohol, probiotic
In season: Summer · Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Panvar Kvass (240 g) has 65 calories. That works out to 27 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.4 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
65
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
14.4g
· 5% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 97% · Protein 3% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 65 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.4 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% |
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 cup (medium) | 240 g | 65 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 49 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 89 kcal |
| 1 can (medium) | 330 g | 89 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 135 kcal |
Calculated from 27 calories per 100 g.
Panvar Kvass is a fermented, bread-based drink that can contain a small amount of alcohol. Its fermentation gives it a distinctive tang, and it is different from ordinary sweetened soft drinks.
Panvar Kvass usually tastes tangy and slightly bready, with a fermented character. The exact balance of sweetness and sourness can vary with the recipe and fermentation, so it may not taste like a typical fizzy soda.
Yes, Panvar Kvass may contain a small amount of alcohol because it is fermented. The amount varies by product and preparation, so do not treat it as alcohol-free unless that is clearly confirmed.
Panvar Kvass is made by fermenting a bread-based mixture. Fermentation develops its flavor and may produce alcohol; the exact ingredients and method can vary, so a specific Panvar recipe should not be assumed.
Panvar Kvass and kombucha are both fermented drinks, but they are made from different bases: kvass is bread-based, while kombucha is made by fermenting sweetened tea. Their flavors and fermentation cultures are not interchangeable.
It may contain live microorganisms, but Panvar Kvass is not automatically a proven probiotic drink. Pasteurization can eliminate live cultures, and fermentation alone does not establish a particular health benefit.
Yes, Panvar Kvass can be used in cooking where a tangy, fermented liquid suits the dish. Its flavor may affect the result, and heating it will reduce or destroy any live cultures it contains.
No, Panvar Kvass is not a tea- or coffee-based drink and is not expected to contain caffeine. Its fermentation comes from a bread-based mixture rather than brewed tea or coffee.
Keep opened Panvar Kvass refrigerated and tightly closed. Fermentation may continue and build pressure, so open it carefully; discard it if you notice mold, leakage, or an unusual smell.
Not necessarily. Panvar Kvass is a bread-based fermented drink, but recipes and flavor can differ across kvass varieties; check its taste before using it in a Russian-kvass recipe or serving it the same way.
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.48µg · 2% DV
B3
0.24mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
9.6mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.24mg · 1% DV
Calcium
12mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 1% DV
Sodium
14mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 65 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Panvar Kvass is a fermented, bread-based drink in the Eastern European kvass tradition. It is typically enjoyed chilled and has a gently tangy, malty, bread-like flavour. Outside its home region, it can be served as a distinctive alternative to soft drinks alongside a meal, or poured into a small glass as a refreshing drink on a warm day. Its flavour is savoury rather than fruit-sweet, so it pairs well with hearty foods.
It is low in alcohol and mostly contributes carbohydrates; a 100 g portion provides 27 calories and 6 g of carbohydrates. If you prefer a lighter pairing, serve it with a simple meal rather than a rich spread.
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.
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.
NOVA 2
Minimally 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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.