Tea, iced, brewed, green, pre-sweetened with low calorie sweetener
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This is a chilled, ready-to-drink green tea that has been brewed and then pre-sweetened with a low-calorie sweetener, offering a crisp, refreshing sip with a subtle grassy tea note and a clean, sweet finish. Its nutrition profile is exceptionally lean, with only 2 calories and zero sugar per 100g, making it a virtually guilt-free hydrator. The texture is light and watery, typical of a well-brewed iced tea without added body.
Calorie split: 37% protein · 63% carbs · 0% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for delivering the classic, thirst-quenching taste of sweet iced tea without the sugar crash, making it a popular diet-friendly staple. Its convenience and consistent flavor make it a reliable go-to for hydration on the go.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The use of low-calorie sweeteners may leave a slight aftertaste for some palates and can be a concern for those avoiding artificial additives. For individuals sensitive to caffeine, the natural caffeine from green tea may cause jitters; opt for a decaffeinated version or consume earlier in the day.
Key benefits
- Extremely low in calories (2 kcal/100g)
- Contains zero sugar and zero fat
- Provides a small amount of plant-based protein
- Offers hydration without caloric load
- A convenient source of green tea catechins
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'pre-sweetened' category often uses sweeteners like sucralose or aspartame, which are added post-brewing to ensure consistent sweetness without the need for stirring, a practice that originated in large-scale bottling plants.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 99.5 g |
| Energy | 2.0 kcal |
| Protein | 0.22 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0.38 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.33 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 0.00 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.02 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 1.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 0.00 mg |
| Potassium, K | 8.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 1.0 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 | 0.06 mg |
| Niacin | 0.03 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.01 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 |
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 this the same as unsweetened iced green tea?
No, this product has been formulated with a low-calorie sweetener for a sweet taste, whereas unsweetened iced green tea contains only tea and water.
Does it contain caffeine?
Yes, it typically contains natural caffeine from the green tea leaves, though the amount varies by brand. A standard serving may have 15-30 mg, much less than coffee.
Can I use this in cooking or baking?
Absolutely. Its sweet, tea-flavored profile works well in glazes for fish, in salad dressings, or as a liquid base for poaching fruit, adding a unique flavor dimension.
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 · 44% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 0.3 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: 0.13 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.