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Black tea with brown sugar, lightly sweetened, contains antioxidants
In season: Winter · Autumn · Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Tea with brown sugar (200 g) has 50 calories. That works out to 25 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.4 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
50
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
12.4g
· 5% 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 98% · Protein 2% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 50 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.4 g | 5% |
| 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) | 200 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 5 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 4 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 75 kcal |
Calculated from 25 calories per 100 g.
Yes, brown sugar gives tea with brown sugar a mild molasses-like, caramel note. The flavour is usually more noticeable when the tea is not heavily brewed, while the sweetness still depends on how much sugar you add.
No, tea with brown sugar is not meaningfully healthier than tea sweetened with white sugar. Brown sugar contains a little molasses, but its small amount of minerals does not offset the added sugar.
Yes, tea with brown sugar contains caffeine if it is made with black tea. Brown sugar does not change the caffeine content; the tea variety and brewing strength are what make the main difference.
Yes, you can make iced tea with brown sugar. Dissolve the sugar in a little hot tea first, then add the rest of the brewed tea and ice; brown sugar is harder to dissolve directly in a cold drink.
Brown sugar dissolves slowly in cold tea with brown sugar. For a smooth drink, stir it into a small amount of hot tea before cooling the drink, or use brown sugar syrup.
Yes, milk can be added to tea with brown sugar. Its creamy flavour pairs well with the caramel notes, though adding milk makes the drink taste less like plain black tea.
Yes, tea with brown sugar contributes to your fluid intake. The caffeine in black tea does not cancel out its fluid, but frequent sugary servings add extra sugar, so water is a better everyday thirst-quencher.
People with diabetes can drink tea with brown sugar, but its added sugar can raise blood glucose. Choosing unsweetened tea or using less sugar is a practical option; individual advice should come from a doctor or dietitian.
It can, because black tea contains caffeine, which may interfere with sleep, especially in people who are sensitive to it. Choose a caffeine-free drink or have tea with brown sugar earlier in the day.
Yes, you can reheat tea with brown sugar, though freshly brewed tea usually tastes better. Refrigerate leftover tea rather than leaving it out for a long time, and warm only the amount you plan to drink.
Vitamins
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B3
0.2mg · 1% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
40mg · 1% DV
Calcium
6mg · 1% DV
Sodium
4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 50 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 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.
Tea with brown sugar is brewed black tea sweetened with brown sugar. Black tea is enjoyed in many parts of the world, from a strong cup with breakfast to an afternoon brew; the amount of sugar is easy to adjust to taste.
Its gentle bitterness balances the sugar’s warm, caramel-like notes. Serve it hot on its own, or alongside toast, biscuits or a small snack. Tea naturally contains antioxidant compounds, while the added sugar contributes most of the drink’s energy; this version provides about 25 kcal per 100 g. For a less sweet cup, use a smaller spoonful, or leave the sugar out and serve it with something savoury.
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.
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.