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Samahan Tea Calories
Herbal blend, immune support, traditional Sri Lankan tea
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 pack (small) of Samahan Tea (4 g) has 13 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 3 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Samahan Tea Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 pack (small) · 4 g
13
KCAL / 4G
Carbs
3g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 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%
Samahan Tea nutrition facts table · 1 pack (small) (4 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 13 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.1 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 Small Pack of Samahan Tea?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 pack (small) | 4 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 3 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 4 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 4 g | 13 kcal |
| 2 pack (medium) | 8 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 10 g | 32 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 640 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 250 g | 800 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Samahan Tea
How do you make Samahan Tea?
To make Samahan Tea, dissolve one sachet of the powder in hot water and stir. It is prepared as an instant drink rather than steeped like loose-leaf tea; follow the water amount printed on your packet.
Is Samahan Tea actually tea?
No. Samahan Tea is a Sri Lankan instant herbal and spice drink, not tea made from Camellia sinensis leaves. Its name refers to how it is served, and the usual blend is caffeine-free.
What does Samahan Tea taste like?
Samahan Tea tastes strongly spicy and warming, with noticeable ginger and pepper notes and an herbal, slightly sweet finish. If you prefer a milder cup, use more hot water than you would for a concentrated serving.
Does Samahan Tea help with a cold or flu?
Samahan Tea may feel soothing as a hot drink when you have a cold, but it does not cure a cold or flu. There is no good evidence that the herbal blend prevents infection or shortens its course.
Can you make Samahan Tea with cold water?
You can stir Samahan Tea into cold water, but the powder is traditionally dissolved in hot water and may take more mixing to disperse when cold. Follow the sachet directions if you want the intended preparation.
Does Samahan Tea contain caffeine?
Samahan Tea is generally caffeine-free because it is made from herbs and spices rather than tea leaves. Check the ingredients on your specific product if caffeine avoidance is essential, since formulations can vary.
Can Samahan Tea be taken on an empty stomach?
You can drink Samahan Tea on an empty stomach, but its peppery, spicy blend may irritate some people’s stomachs. If you notice burning or nausea, have it after food or avoid it.
Is Samahan Tea safe to drink every day?
Having Samahan Tea occasionally is different from relying on it every day. The blend can include licorice and concentrated spices, so frequent use may not suit everyone; follow the package directions and avoid large amounts.
Can you drink Samahan Tea while pregnant?
Ask your healthcare professional before drinking Samahan Tea during pregnancy. The blend may contain licorice and other herbs, and the safety of regularly consuming the combination in pregnancy is not well established.
Does Samahan Tea contain licorice?
Many Samahan Tea blends include licorice root, alongside spices such as ginger, coriander, and pepper. Recipes can differ, so read the ingredient list if you need to avoid licorice.
Samahan Tea Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
Vitamin C
0.12mg · 0% DV
B5
0.01mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.01mg · 0% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.72mg · 0% DV
Calcium
1.6mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
4.8mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.6mg · 0% DV
Samahan Tea Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Samahan Tea
To burn the 13 calories in 1 pack (small) (4 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 Samahan Tea?
Samahan Tea is a Sri Lankan instant herbal drink mix, sold in small sachets and dissolved in hot water. Its blend of herbs and spices commonly includes warming ingredients such as ginger, black pepper and coriander; it is traditionally enjoyed as a spiced drink rather than brewed like ordinary tea leaves.
It tastes sweet, peppery and warming, and can be sipped on its own or alongside a snack. For readers elsewhere, it makes an easy alternative to a usual cup of tea on a chilly day. The mix is mainly carbohydrate, largely from its sweetening, so one sachet makes a modest serving; add extra hot water if you prefer a milder, less sweet-tasting cup.
How Nutritious Is Samahan Tea?
Nutrient density
Medium
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
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.
Is Samahan Tea 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 Samahan Tea Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Samahan Tea 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
Samahan Tea Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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