Beverages, tea, instant, decaffeinated, unsweetened
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This is a finely milled, soluble powder designed to dissolve instantly in hot water, creating a smooth, aromatic cup of decaffeinated tea. It delivers a robust, full-bodied black tea flavor without the caffeine kick, offering a surprisingly high protein content for a beverage powder.
Calorie split: 26% protein · 74% carbs · 0% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its unmatched convenience and consistent, comforting black tea taste, making it a perfect anytime ritual. Its versatility allows it to be used as a base for lattes, smoothies, or even baking, extending its appeal beyond the teacup.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high carbohydrate content (58.66g per 100g) can lead to a significant blood-sugar spike if consumed in large, undiluted amounts. To counteract this, always dilute as directed, and consider pairing it with a source of protein or healthy fat (like a handful of nuts or a splash of milk) to slow glucose absorption.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of dietary fiber (8.5g per 100g)
- High in plant-based protein (20.21g per 100g)
- Zero fat content
- Provides a quick, convenient source of complex carbohydrates
- Naturally free of caffeine
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'instant' process often involves brewing a very strong tea concentrate and then freeze-drying or spray-drying it, which locks in volatile aroma compounds that can be lost in traditional bagged tea.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 5.1 g |
| Energy | 315 kcal |
| Energy | 1320 kj |
| Protein | 20.2 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Ash | 16.0 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 58.7 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 8.5 g |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g |
| Starch | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 118 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.3 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 272 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 239 mg |
| Potassium, K | 6040 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 72.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.7 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.55 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 133 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 5.3 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.00 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.98 mg |
| Niacin | 10.8 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 4.5 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.36 mg |
| Folate, total | 103 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 103 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 103 ug |
| Choline, total | 118 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 |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 169 mg |
| Theobromine | 11.0 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 |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 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
How does the protein content compare to regular brewed tea?
Regular brewed tea has negligible protein. The high protein in this instant powder comes from the concentrated tea solids and any potential additives used in the manufacturing process to improve texture or nutrition.
Is the sugar listed naturally occurring or added?
The 5.53g of sugar per 100g is primarily naturally occurring from the tea leaves themselves. This product is labeled 'unsweetened,' meaning no additional sugars like sucrose or high-fructose corn syrup have been added.
Can I use this in cold recipes?
Yes. While designed for hot water, you can dissolve the powder in a small amount of warm water first to create a paste, then mix it into cold liquids like milk, yogurt, or smoothie bases to prevent clumping.
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 3.15 kcal/g · 26% calories from protein · 8.5 g fiber · 5.5 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: 0.01 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.