Beverages, coffee, brewed, breakfast blend
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Breakfast blend coffee is a light to medium roast, typically a balanced mix of beans designed for a smooth, mellow morning cup with mild acidity and a clean finish. Nutritionally, it's nearly a zero-calorie beverage, providing negligible protein, carbs, and fat. Its primary contribution is the stimulating caffeine content, which varies by brew strength.
Calorie split: 64% protein · 36% carbs · 0% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its reliable, approachable flavor profile that isn't overly bitter or acidic, making it an easy daily staple. It's the quintessential 'wake-up' drink, deeply embedded in morning routines and social rituals worldwide.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The caffeine can cause jitters, anxiety, or sleep disruption in sensitive individuals or if consumed late in the day. To mitigate, limit afternoon intake, avoid on an empty stomach, and pair with a source of protein or fat (like nuts or eggs) to slow caffeine absorption. Those with acid reflux may find it triggers symptoms; opting for a lower-acid roast or cold brew can help.
Key benefits
- Provides a significant caffeine boost for alertness and focus.
- Contains antioxidants like chlorogenic acids.
- Extremely low in calories, carbs, and fat when consumed black.
- May support metabolic rate and physical performance.
- A ritualistic morning beverage for many cultures.
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💡 Did you know?
The term 'breakfast blend' is a marketing name for a roast profile, not a specific bean variety; it's typically a proprietary mix from roasters aiming for a consistent, crowd-pleasing taste.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 99.5 g |
| Energy | 2.0 kcal |
| Energy | 8.0 kj |
| Protein | 0.30 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Ash | 0.06 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0.17 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 2.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.02 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 4.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 3.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 50.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 1.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.02 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.01 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.03 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.02 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.00 mg |
| Niacin | 0.80 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.00 mg |
| Folate, total | 0.00 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 0.00 ug |
| Choline, total | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (Menaquinone-4) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 37.0 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.00 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Beverages, carbonated, tonic water — USDA does not publish this profile for Beverages.
| Tryptophan | 0.00 g |
| Threonine | 0.00 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.00 g |
| Leucine | 0.00 g |
| Lysine | 0.00 g |
| Methionine | 0.00 g |
| Cystine | 0.00 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.00 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.00 g |
| Valine | 0.00 g |
| Arginine | 0.00 g |
| Histidine | 0.00 g |
| Alanine | 0.00 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glycine | 0.00 g |
| Proline | 0.00 g |
| Serine | 0.00 g |
FAQ
Is breakfast blend coffee stronger than other roasts?
Not necessarily. 'Strength' usually refers to brew concentration (coffee-to-water ratio), not roast level. Breakfast blends are often lighter roasts, which can have a brighter, more acidic flavor but may have slightly less caffeine by volume than darker roasts due to bean density.
Does it have sugar or calories?
Black, brewed breakfast blend coffee has virtually no calories, sugar, fat, or protein. Any significant calories come from added ingredients like milk, cream, sugar, or flavored syrups.
Why is it called a 'breakfast blend'?
It's a commercial term for a light-to-medium roast coffee with a smooth, mild, and non-bitter flavor profile designed to be an easy, pleasant start to the day. The name reflects its intended use, not a specific origin or bean type.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.02 kcal/g · 60% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 0.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.02 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.