Tea, iced, brewed, black, decaffeinated, pre-sweetened with sugar
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This is a ready-to-drink, chilled black tea that has been decaffeinated and pre-sweetened with sugar. It offers the familiar, brisk tannin character of black tea without the caffeine, balanced by a straightforward, sugary sweetness. Nutritionally, it's a low-calorie beverage primarily providing quick energy from its 7.68g of sugar per 100g, with negligible protein or fat.
Calorie split: 0% protein · 99% carbs · 1% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the comforting, familiar taste of sweet iced tea without the stimulant effect of caffeine, making it a go-to refreshment. Its versatility shines as a standalone drink, a mixer, or a base for cocktails and mocktails.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The primary downside is the added sugar, which can contribute to blood-sugar spikes and empty calories, making it a poor choice for those monitoring sugar intake or managing diabetes. To counteract this, practice strict portion control (e.g., stick to a small can or bottle) and consider pairing it with a source of protein or healthy fat (like nuts or cheese) to slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick source of energy from carbohydrates.
- Offers a caffeine-free alternative for evening consumption.
- Convenient, ready-to-drink format for hydration.
- Contains minimal fat and no cholesterol.
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The process of decaffeination typically removes 95-99.9% of the caffeine, but the tea still retains most of its antioxidants, like theaflavins and thearubigins, which give black tea its color and potential health benefits.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 92.0 g |
| Energy | 32.0 kcal |
| Protein | 0.00 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.02 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 7.9 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 0.00 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.02 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 3.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 1.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 34.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 3.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.02 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.01 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.00 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.01 mg |
| Niacin | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.00 mg |
| Folate, total | 5.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 5.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 5.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 0.40 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 | 1.0 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 |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Cookies, animal crackers (includes arrowroot, tea biscuits) — USDA does not publish this profile for Tea.
| Tryptophan | 0.10 g |
| Threonine | 0.19 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.26 g |
| Leucine | 0.47 g |
| Lysine | 0.24 g |
| Methionine | 0.12 g |
| Cystine | 0.15 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.32 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.20 g |
| Valine | 0.30 g |
| Arginine | 0.26 g |
| Histidine | 0.14 g |
| Alanine | 0.21 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.29 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.3 g |
| Glycine | 0.23 g |
| Proline | 0.76 g |
| Serine | 0.36 g |
FAQ
Is decaffeinated iced tea completely caffeine-free?
Not necessarily. 'Decaffeinated' means the caffeine has been reduced to a very small amount, typically 2-5 mg per 8 oz serving, compared to 40-70 mg in regular tea. It is not 100% caffeine-free.
Why is pre-sweetened tea often so much sweeter than homemade?
Commercial pre-sweetened teas are formulated for a consistent, bold sweetness that can mask the tea's bitterness and appeal to a wide audience, often containing more sugar than a typical homemade recipe.
Does brewing the tea with sugar change its nutrition?
Yes. Brewing tea with sugar, as opposed to adding it later, integrates the sugar into the liquid during the hot extraction, potentially altering the final texture and ensuring complete dissolution, but the total sugar content per volume remains the same.
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 0.32 kcal/g · 0% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 7.7 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: 0.09 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.