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Vefa Boza Calories
Fermented millet drink, probiotic, low fat
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Vefa Boza (200 g) has 148 calories. That works out to 74 calories per 100 g. It contains 33 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Vefa Boza Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
148
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
33g
· 12% DV
Protein
2.4g
· 5% DV
Fat
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 91% · Protein 7% · Fat 2%
Vefa Boza nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (200 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 148 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.08 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 33 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% |
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 Vefa Boza?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 148 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 89 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 244 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 370 kcal |
Calculated from 74 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vefa Boza
What is Vefa Boza?
Vefa Boza is a thick, fermented grain drink associated with Istanbul, traditionally made from millet. It has a gently tangy, sweet taste and is commonly served chilled or cool, often with cinnamon and roasted chickpeas.
What does Vefa Boza taste like?
Vefa Boza tastes mildly sweet, grainy, and tangy, with a thick, almost spoonable texture. Its sourness can become more noticeable as fermentation continues, which is why fresh boza may taste different from a bottle kept longer.
How do you serve Vefa Boza?
Serve Vefa Boza cool, with ground cinnamon on top; roasted chickpeas are the classic accompaniment. Stir or gently shake the bottle first if the contents have settled, then pour it into a glass.
Does Vefa Boza contain alcohol?
Yes, fermentation can produce a small amount of alcohol in Vefa Boza. The amount may vary with fermentation and storage, so it should not be treated as guaranteed alcohol-free.
What is Vefa Boza made from?
Vefa Boza is made primarily from millet, along with water, sugar, and a fermentation culture. The cooked grain mixture is fermented to develop the drink’s characteristic thick texture and lightly sour flavour.
Does Vefa Boza contain caffeine?
No, Vefa Boza is not a caffeinated drink. It is a fermented grain beverage rather than a tea, coffee, or cola, so it does not provide caffeine-related stimulation.
How is Vefa Boza fermented?
Vefa Boza is fermented by allowing a cooked millet mixture to develop its characteristic tangy flavour. Fermentation changes the taste and texture, but the exact process and resulting acidity can vary between batches.
How should you store Vefa Boza after opening?
Keep opened Vefa Boza tightly closed in the refrigerator and drink it soon after opening. Its flavour and level of fermentation can continue to change during storage, so follow the storage instructions on the bottle.
Is Vefa Boza good for gut health?
Vefa Boza is fermented, so it may contain microorganisms associated with fermentation. The live-culture content can vary, however, and it should not be relied on as a guaranteed probiotic product or a treatment for digestive problems.
Can you make Vefa Boza at home?
Yes, you can make a boza-style drink at home by cooking millet, blending it with water and sugar, then fermenting the mixture. Matching Vefa Boza’s distinctive flavour and texture takes careful control of fermentation and ingredients.
Vefa Boza Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1µg · 3% DV
B3
0.4mg · 3% DV
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Manganese
0.14mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
36mg · 5% DV
Zinc
0.4mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
50mg · 1% DV
Sodium
6mg · 0% DV
Vefa Boza Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Vefa Boza
To burn the 148 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
What is Vefa Boza?
Vefa Boza is Istanbul’s renowned version of boza, a thick, fermented drink traditionally made from cooked millet, water and sugar. Its flavour is gently sweet with a mild tang from fermentation, and its texture is more substantial than that of a typical soft drink.
In Turkey, it is especially popular in winter, served cool with cinnamon and roasted chickpeas on top. Outside its home city, it makes a distinctive alternative to sweet drinks and can be enjoyed as an evening snack. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates and contains very little fat. For a lighter serving, go easy on the chickpeas and let the cinnamon bring the aroma.
How Nutritious Is Vefa Boza?
Nutrient density
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.
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 Vefa Boza 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 Vefa Boza Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Vefa Boza Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Vefa Boza Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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