Tamarind Soda

Tamarind Soda is a refreshing, sweet-and-sour carbonated beverage made from tamarind pulp, water, and sugar. It is a popular drink in many tropical regions, particularly in Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, and parts of Latin America, where tamarind is native.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This drink is high in carbohydrates, primarily from added sugars, and provides minimal protein or fat. A key nutrient it offers is potassium, with a typical 12-ounce can containing roughly 150-200 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	170 kcal
Protein	0 g
Carbs	44 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	42 g
Sodium	30 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Iron	0.5 mg
Magnesium	5 mg
Vitamin C	2 mg

Per 1 can (355 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a beloved thirst-quencher that highlights the unique sweet-sour flavor profile of tamarind, a fruit central to many cuisines. Nutritionally, it's a notable source of potassium, an electrolyte often lost through sweat in hot climates.