Beverages, WENDY'S, tea, ready-to-drink, unsweetened
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This is Wendy's unsweetened iced tea, a crisp, refreshing, and deeply brewed beverage with a clean, slightly tannic finish and zero sweetness. It delivers a robust black tea flavor without any added sugars, making it a virtually calorie-free thirst-quencher. Nutritionally, it's a minimalist's dream, offering hydration with negligible impact on your daily intake.
Calorie split: 100% protein · 0% carbs · 0% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its pure, unadulterated tea flavor that cuts through rich, savory fast-food meals. It's a versatile, guilt-free staple that satisfies the craving for a cold, flavorful drink without the sugar crash.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The natural tannins in black tea can cause stomach upset or nausea for some, especially when consumed on an empty stomach. To counteract this, enjoy it with a meal or snack, and consider adding a squeeze of lemon, which can help reduce the perception of bitterness and may aid digestion.
Key benefits
- Zero added sugars and calories
- Contains natural antioxidants from black tea
- Provides caffeine for alertness
- Supports hydration
- Simple ingredient list
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
Wendy's brews its tea in-store daily using a specific blend of black tea leaves and filtered water to ensure consistent flavor across all locations.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 99.8 g |
| Energy | 1.0 kcal |
| Energy | 4.0 kj |
| Protein | 0.22 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Ash | 0.04 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 2.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.00 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 1.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 1.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 14.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 3.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.01 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.01 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.14 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.00 ug |
| Thiamin | 0.02 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.02 mg |
| Niacin | 0.00 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.01 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.00 mg |
| Caffeine | 8.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 1.0 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 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 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 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 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 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 |
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 this tea caffeinated?
Yes, it is brewed from black tea leaves, which naturally contain caffeine. The exact amount can vary, but a typical serving provides a moderate boost similar to a cup of coffee.
Can I use this to make sweet tea at home?
Absolutely. Its unsweetened profile makes it a perfect base. Simply dissolve your desired amount of sugar into the tea while it's still warm before chilling.
What gives it that specific 'restaurant iced tea' taste?
The distinct flavor comes from the commercial brewing process, which often uses a higher tea-to-water ratio and specific steeping times to create a bold concentrate that holds up well when served over ice.
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 0.01 kcal/g · 88% 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: 0.21 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.