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Natural antioxidant, low calorie, unsweetened, herbal beverage
In season: Summer · Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Unsweetened hibiscus drink (Pin brand) (250 g) has 18 calories. That works out to 7 calories per 100 g. It contains 4 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 5 mg of Vitamin C covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
18
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
4g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% 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 93% · Protein 7% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 18 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% |
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) | 250 g | 18 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 200 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 can (medium) | 330 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 400 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 bottle (extra large) | 750 g | 53 kcal |
Calculated from 7 calories per 100 g.
Hibiscus itself is naturally caffeine-free. The finished drink would contain caffeine only if another caffeinated ingredient, such as tea, is included, so the product’s ingredient list is the useful check.
Hibiscus may modestly lower blood pressure, but the effect of a packaged drink depends on how much hibiscus it contains. If you take blood-pressure medication, ask your clinician before making it a regular drink, and do not use it as treatment.
It is typically tart, with a light floral, berry-like flavor that some people compare with cranberry. Since it is unsweetened, it can taste sharper than sweetened hibiscus tea or punch; serving it chilled can make it feel more refreshing.
“Unsweetened” means the drink is not sweetened with sugar, but the word alone does not confirm whether a non-sugar sweetener is present. The ingredient list distinguishes a truly unsweetened drink from one sweetened with alternatives.
There is limited pregnancy-specific evidence for regular hibiscus-drink consumption, and a bottled drink may differ in strength from a mild infusion. If you are pregnant, ask your healthcare professional whether this particular product is suitable for you.
No. Hibiscus tea is brewed by steeping dried hibiscus, while Pin-brand hibiscus drink is a packaged beverage. Their ingredients and strength can differ, so a serving of the bottled drink is not automatically equivalent to a cup of tea.
Yes, it contributes fluid because it is a drink. It can be one option alongside water, but its tart flavor or herbal ingredients do not make it a better substitute for water when you are thirsty.
Serve it chilled or over ice if you enjoy a crisp, tart taste. Follow the package directions for serving; do not assume it is a concentrate that needs diluting unless the product instructions say so.
Follow the storage and use-after-opening directions on the package. If it says to refrigerate after opening, keep it chilled and use it within the stated period; the exact shelf life can vary by product.
Many people can include it as a regular beverage, but there is no universal daily target for this particular product. Follow the package’s serving guidance, and vary your drinks rather than relying on hibiscus drink alone.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
5mg · 6% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
B6
0.03mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Calcium
15mg · 2% DV
Iron
0.25mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
5mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
18mg · 1% DV
Sodium
5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 18 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 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.
Unsweetened hibiscus drink (Pin brand) is a ready-to-drink beverage made with hibiscus, known for its vivid colour and tart, floral flavour. With no sweetness, it tastes more tangy and refreshing than a sweetened fruit drink; check the package for the exact ingredients.
It is often enjoyed chilled, either on its own or poured over ice, and can be served alongside a meal or as a refreshing drink on a warm day. Its light flavour also works well with savoury snacks. At 7 kcal per 100 g, it is a low-calorie option if you want something flavoured without a sweet taste. Serve it cold, or keep plain water nearby if you prefer to balance its tartness.
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.
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.