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Low-calorie, unsweetened, contains caffeine
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Medium Turkish coffee, unsweetened (70 g) has 1 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.2 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 70 g
1
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
0.2g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 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 67% · Protein 33% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 70 g | 1 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 35 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 50 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 70 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 90 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 2 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
Unsweetened Turkish coffee is made by gently heating finely ground coffee with water in a cezve until the foam rises. Do not let it boil vigorously; pour it into the cup and allow the grounds to settle before drinking.
They are very similar: both are finely ground coffee simmered in a small pot and served unfiltered. The names and some preparation or serving customs differ, but there is no sharp distinction that makes one a completely different kind of coffee.
Water is traditionally served with Turkish coffee to refresh the palate, often before the first sip. It is a serving custom rather than a requirement, and drinking the water does not change the coffee itself.
No, you do not need to drink the grounds in Turkish coffee. Let them settle at the bottom of the cup and leave the final, sediment-heavy sip; swallowing a little by accident is generally harmless.
Yes, unsweetened Turkish coffee contains caffeine because it is brewed from coffee beans. Leaving out sugar changes its sweetness, not its caffeine; the exact amount varies with the coffee and how it is prepared.
Turkish coffee may lack foam if the grounds are stale or too coarse, or if the coffee heats too quickly. Use fresh, very finely ground coffee and cold water, then warm it gently and pour as soon as the foam rises.
Turkish coffee often tastes intense, but a small cup is not automatically higher in caffeine than espresso. The caffeine content varies with the beans and preparation, so taste alone cannot tell you which serving contains more.
Yes, you can make Turkish coffee in a small saucepan if you do not have a cezve. Heat the finely ground coffee and water gently, watch closely for rising foam, and pour carefully so the grounds settle in the cup.
Yes, the caffeine in unsweetened Turkish coffee can make it harder to fall asleep or reduce sleep quality. Sensitivity varies, so if it affects your sleep, avoid drinking it later in the day.
Yes, unsweetened Turkish coffee can be consumed during pregnancy, but caffeine intake should be limited and other caffeine sources count too. Because individual guidance can vary, ask your doctor or midwife about your situation.
Vitamins
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B3
0.18mg · 1% DV
Folate
1.4µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
34mg · 1% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
2.1mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.01mg · 0% DV
Sodium
1.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 1 calories in 1 cup (medium) (70 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.
Medium Turkish coffee, unsweetened, is made by simmering finely ground coffee with water in a small pot, traditionally a cezve. The grounds are not filtered out; they settle at the bottom of the cup. It has a concentrated, aromatic taste and a soft layer of foam, and is usually served in a small cup, often after a meal or when welcoming guests. A glass of water on the side is customary, while a sweet such as Turkish delight can be offered separately. With no sugar added, it is very low in calories, though it does contain caffeine. If you prefer a lighter drink, enjoy it plain and keep any sweet accompaniment modest.
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
✓ 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.