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Sweet traditional sherbet-style beverage
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Rethan sherbet (240 g) has 101 calories. That works out to 42 calories per 100 g. It contains 25 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
101
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
25g
· 9% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 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 99% · Protein 1% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 101 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 9.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.2 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 cup (medium) | 240 g | 101 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 6 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 147 kcal |
Calculated from 42 calories per 100 g.
Rethan sherbet is a sweet, traditional sherbet-style drink. The name alone does not establish one universal recipe, so its ingredients and preparation may vary between versions.
Rethan sherbet does not have a reliably established ingredient list from its name alone. Sherbet recipes commonly combine water and a sweetener with fruit, spices, or aromatic ingredients, but the exact additions depend on the recipe.
There is no single confirmed home recipe for Rethan sherbet. Start with a recipe that specifies what it uses, then adjust the sweetness to taste; sherbet-style drinks are often served chilled.
No, traditional sherbet is generally a non-alcoholic drink, and Rethan sherbet is understood as a sherbet-style beverage. A fermented or specially adapted version could differ from the traditional drink.
Rethan sherbet is commonly suited to cold serving. Chill it before pouring; adding ice directly can dilute the flavor as it melts.
Yes, Rethan sherbet can be served at iftar. Since it is a sweet drink, have water as well rather than relying on sherbet alone to quench your thirst.
Rethan sherbet is a sweet beverage, but the amount of sugar varies with the recipe. A homemade version can be made less sweet by reducing the added sweetener.
Keep Rethan sherbet covered and refrigerated, and drink it while fresh. Because recipes and preparation methods vary, there is no dependable shelf-life figure for every version; discard it if its smell, taste, or appearance changes.
Rethan sherbet is not inherently a caffeinated drink. Caffeine would depend on the particular recipe—for example, whether it includes tea or another caffeinated ingredient.
No, Rethan sherbet should not replace plain water. It is a sweet sherbet-style drink, while water is the straightforward choice for meeting everyday fluid needs.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
0.96mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Folate
2.4µg · 1% DV
B5
0.02mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Calcium
7.2mg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
4.8mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
19mg · 1% DV
Sodium
9.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 101 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 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.
Rethan sherbet is a traditional sweet drink made by steeping rethan—often understood as reyhan, or purple basil—in water, then sweetening it and sometimes adding lemon. Recipes vary, but the fragrant herb gives the drink its distinctive colour and aroma.
It is usually served chilled, especially in warm weather, and may be offered to guests or enjoyed alongside a meal; in Turkey, it can also appear at iftar. Its energy comes mainly from carbohydrates: it contains 10.4 g per 100 g. If you prefer a less-sweet drink, reduce the sugar and brighten it with lemon; it pairs well with savoury pastries and light snacks.
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 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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ 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.