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Espresso-based coffee with added milk
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of White Americano (240 g) has 43 calories. That works out to 18 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.1 g of carbs, 2.2 g of protein, 1.9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.4 µg of B12 covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
43
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
4.1g
· 1% DV
Protein
2.2g
· 4% DV
Fat
1.9g
· 2% 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 39% · Protein 21% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.9 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 1.2 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 38 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.1 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% |
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) | 240 g | 43 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 120 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 32 kcal |
| 8 ounce (medium) | 240 g | 43 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 63 kcal |
| 12 ounce (large) | 350 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 480 g | 86 kcal |
Calculated from 18 calories per 100 g.
A White Americano is espresso diluted with hot water and finished with milk. The amount of milk is not standardized, so one café’s version may taste noticeably creamier than another’s.
A White Americano is mainly espresso and water with some milk, while a latte is mainly espresso and steamed milk. A latte is therefore usually milkier and has a smoother, more prominent milk texture.
No, adding milk does not add or remove caffeine. A White Americano and a regular Americano made with the same espresso will have roughly the same caffeine; the number of shots matters more than the milk.
Make espresso, dilute it with hot water, then add milk to taste. There is no single required ratio, and adding the milk last makes it easy to adjust the drink’s creaminess.
Yes, milk can soften the bitterness and sharpness of a White Americano, while the hot water keeps it lighter than a milk-heavy coffee. The result depends on the espresso and how much milk you add.
Yes, an iced White Americano is made with espresso, cold water, ice, and milk. Let freshly brewed espresso cool first if you want to avoid melting the ice and diluting the drink.
Yes, oat milk works in a White Americano, as do other milk alternatives. It changes the flavour and texture, and some varieties froth better than others; choose an unsweetened one if you want to avoid added sweetness.
Not usually, unless sugar or flavoured syrup is added. Milk contains naturally occurring lactose, but that is different from adding table sugar or syrup to the drink.
A White Americano can fit into a balanced diet, but its nutritional profile changes with the amount and type of milk and any added sweetener. Choosing plain milk and skipping syrup keeps the preparation simpler.
You can reheat a White Americano, but it may taste more bitter and the milk may lose its smooth texture. For better flavour, drink it freshly made rather than reheating it.
Vitamins
B12
0.43µg · 18% DV
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
B5
0.43mg · 9% DV
Biotin
1.44µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
67mg · 10% DV
Calcium
82mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
221mg · 7% DV
Iodine
9.6µg · 6% DV
Sodium
38mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 43 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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A White Americano starts with espresso diluted with hot water, then gets a little milk. It keeps the espresso base and the longer, lighter character of an Americano, while the milk softens its edge. The amount of milk varies by café, so it may be barely creamy or noticeably milky.
Its flavour is coffee-forward rather than as rich as a latte, making it an easy choice for a morning cup or an afternoon break. It is often served hot, though cafés may offer it iced; a pastry or a glass of water makes a simple pairing. The milk adds a modest amount of protein and energy: per 100 g, it has 18 calories and 0.9 g of protein. For a lighter cup, ask for less milk or choose a lower-fat option.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not 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
1.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.