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This is a zero-calorie, artificially sweetened beverage designed to mimic the rich, indulgent flavor of chocolate milk without the sugar or fat. It offers a smooth, thin liquid texture with a sweet, cocoa-like taste, often enhanced by vanilla or caramel notes. Nutritionally, it is essentially a flavored water, providing negligible macronutrients while delivering a chocolate sensory experience.
Calorie split: 24% protein · 62% carbs · 14% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for delivering the comforting, nostalgic taste of chocolate in a guilt-free, hydrating format. It's a versatile base for smoothies, coffee, or protein shakes, adding flavor without compromising dietary goals.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The artificial sweeteners (like aspartame or sucralose) may cause digestive discomfort in some individuals or leave an aftertaste. Those monitoring blood sugar should be aware that while it contains 0g sugar, the sweeteners can still trigger cravings. Tip: Consume in moderation and pair with a source of protein or fiber (like nuts or Greek yogurt) to promote satiety and mitigate potential cravings.
Key benefits
- Zero sugar and very low calorie (2 kcal/100g)
- Provides a chocolate flavor without dietary fat
- Can satisfy sweet cravings without added sugars
- Offers a dairy-free and lactose-free chocolate taste
- Useful for calorie-controlled diets requiring flavor variety
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The flavor profile often relies on a tiny amount of actual cocoa powder (for color and depth) alongside a much larger quantity of artificial sweeteners and flavor compounds to create the illusion of richness.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 99.5 g |
| Energy | 2.0 kcal |
| Protein | 0.11 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.03 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0.29 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 3.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.11 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 1.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 9.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 8.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 8.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.01 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.00 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.01 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.02 mg |
| Niacin | 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 |
| 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) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 12.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 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 |
FAQ
Does it contain any real chocolate or cocoa?
It may contain a very small amount of cocoa powder for color and flavor nuance, but the primary taste comes from artificial flavorings and sweeteners.
Is it suitable for people with diabetes?
It contains 0g of sugar and has a negligible glycemic impact, making it a common choice. However, individual responses to artificial sweeteners vary, so monitoring is advised.
Why is the calorie count not exactly zero?
The 2 kcal per 100g likely comes from trace amounts of ingredients like cocoa powder, flavorings, or stabilizers, which contribute a minuscule amount of energy.
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 · 22% 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: 1.00 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.