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A smooth, deep amber-brown rice-based drink fills a small cup, with a clear surface and no visible garnish.

Rice Coffee Calories

Caffeine-free, gluten-free, coffee alternative made from rice

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

380kcal

GI

75high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

80mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.5g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Rice Coffee (200 g) has 760 calories. That works out to 380 calories per 100 g. It contains 164 g of carbs, 15 g of protein, 2.4 g of fat and 5 g of fiber. Its 2.4 mg of Manganese covers 104% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Rice Coffee Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g

760

KCAL / 200G

Carbs

164g

· 60% DV

Protein

15g

· 30% DV

Fat

2.4g

· 3% DV

Fiber

5g

· 18% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 89% · Protein 8% · Fat 3%

Rice Coffee nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (200 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories760 kcal
Total fat2.4 g3%
Saturated fat0.6 g3%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium10 mg0%
Total carbohydrate164 g60%
Fiber5 g18%
Protein15 g30%

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 Cup of Rice Coffee?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)200 g760 kcal
1 tablespoon (medium)15 g57 kcal
1 piece (small)50 g190 kcal
100 g100 g380 kcal
1 cup (small)100 g380 kcal
1 piece (medium)100 g380 kcal
1 serving (medium)120 g456 kcal
1 piece (large)150 g570 kcal
1 serving (large)180 g684 kcal
1 cup (large)300 g1140 kcal

Calculated from 380 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Rice Coffee

What is Rice Coffee?

Rice Coffee is a caffeine-free coffee alternative made from rice rather than coffee beans. It is commonly prepared from roasted rice, sold ground or as a ready-to-mix product, so brewing instructions vary by product.

Does Rice Coffee contain caffeine?

No, Rice Coffee made from rice alone is naturally caffeine-free. That makes it an option for people avoiding caffeine, but check the ingredients of blends to make sure they do not include caffeinated ingredients.

How do you make Rice Coffee?

Make Rice Coffee according to its form: steep or brew ground roasted rice, or stir an instant product into hot water. Follow the package directions for the amount and brewing time, since products can differ.

What does Rice Coffee taste like?

Rice Coffee usually tastes roasted, mellow, and slightly grain-like, sometimes with a subtle sweetness. Its flavour is different from brewed coffee and can vary with the rice and how deeply it has been roasted.

Can Rice Coffee replace regular coffee?

Yes, Rice Coffee can replace regular coffee as a warm drink, especially if you want to avoid caffeine. It will not provide coffee’s caffeine effect, and its roasted-rice flavour is usually less like coffee beans.

Is Rice Coffee suitable for people with diabetes?

Rice Coffee contains carbohydrates from rice, so it can raise blood glucose; its caffeine-free status does not change that. Unsweetened preparation avoids added sugar, but people managing diabetes should account for their portion and individual response.

Can Rice Coffee help with weight loss?

No, Rice Coffee is not a proven weight-loss drink. Choosing it instead of a sweetened coffee may reduce added sugar, but Rice Coffee itself contains carbohydrates and does not independently cause weight loss.

Can you add milk to Rice Coffee?

Yes, you can add dairy or plant-based milk to Rice Coffee. It softens the roasted flavour and makes the drink creamier; sweetened milk or syrups will make the finished drink sweeter.

Can you drink Rice Coffee iced?

Yes, Rice Coffee can be served iced. Brew or mix it first, let it cool, then pour it over ice; for cold brewing, use that method only if the product instructions allow it.

How should you store Rice Coffee?

Keep Rice Coffee tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture. Dry roasted-rice products can clump or lose aroma when exposed to humidity, so close the package after each use.

Rice Coffee Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.24mg · 20% DV

B3

3.2mg · 20% DV

B5

0.8mg · 16% DV

B6

0.18mg · 11% DV

Minerals

Manganese

2.4mg · 104% DV

Copper

0.4mg · 44% DV

Phosphorus

220mg · 31% DV

Zinc

2.2mg · 20% DV

Potassium ⭐

160mg · 5% DV

Sodium

10mg · 0% DV

Rice Coffee Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

75
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

120
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Rice Coffee

To burn the 760 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):

🚶

188min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

78min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

103min

Cycling

🏊

89min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Rice Coffee?

Rice Coffee is a coffee-style drink made by roasting rice, then grinding and steeping it in hot water. It contains no coffee beans and is naturally caffeine-free, with a mild toasted, grain-like flavour rather than coffee’s familiar bitterness. It is enjoyed as a coffee alternative in different places, though recipes and whether the rice is brewed loose or prepared from a ground blend can vary.

Serve it hot, either plain or with milk; a little cinnamon can complement its gentle roasted notes. It works at breakfast or as a warm drink later in the day, especially when you want to avoid caffeine. Nutritionally, it is mainly carbohydrate from rice, so it is not a protein-rich drink. Choose an unsweetened preparation if you prefer a lighter cup, and check the ingredients of blends if gluten-free suitability matters.

How Nutritious Is Rice Coffee?

Nutrient density

Low

25/ 100

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

26/ 100

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 Rice Coffee Processed?

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.

Does Rice Coffee Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Rice Coffee Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Rice Coffee Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.6g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.8g

POLYUNSATURATED

1g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 30:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (30:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.