Tea, iced, instant, black, decaffeinated, pre-sweetened with low calorie sweetener
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This is a highly convenient, instant black tea beverage, pre-sweetened with a low-calorie sweetener and served chilled. It offers the classic, brisk flavor of black tea without any caffeine or significant calories, making it a light, refreshing, and guilt-free thirst-quencher.
Calorie split: 4% protein · 96% carbs · 0% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its effortless convenience and the ability to enjoy a sweet, classic tea flavor anywhere, anytime, without the crash from caffeine or sugar. It's a staple for quick refreshment and a nostalgic taste for many.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The primary downside is the use of artificial sweeteners, which some people may find has an aftertaste or prefer to avoid. For those sensitive to stimulants, even trace caffeine in decaf versions can be a concern. Tip: If you dislike the sweetener taste, try diluting it with a splash of plain sparkling water or adding a squeeze of fresh lemon to brighten the flavor.
Key benefits
- Extremely low in calories (3 kcal per 100g)
- Provides hydration without caffeine jitters
- Offers a quick, consistent flavor with no preparation time
- Contains zero fat and negligible sugar
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💡 Did you know?
The 'decaffeination' process for tea often uses water or CO2 to remove caffeine, and it typically retains over 99% of the original antioxidants, meaning this instant version still carries some of black tea's inherent benefits.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 99.1 g |
| Energy | 3.0 kcal |
| Protein | 0.03 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0.72 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.02 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 3.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.07 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 2.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 1.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 21.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 7.0 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 | 0.00 mg |
| Niacin | 0.03 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 | 0.30 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 | 0.00 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 iced tea actually sweetened with sugar?
No, it is pre-sweetened with a low-calorie sweetener (like aspartame, sucralose, or acesulfame potassium), which provides the sweet taste without the calories or sugar content of traditional sweet tea.
How much caffeine is in this decaffeinated version?
While labeled decaffeinated, it is not completely caffeine-free. A typical serving contains a very small amount, usually 2-5 mg per 8 oz serving, compared to 40-70 mg in regular black tea.
Can I use this as a base for other drinks?
Absolutely! It's a perfect base for cocktails, mocktails, or smoothies. Its strong, pre-sweetened flavor blends well without needing additional sweetener.
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 0.03 kcal/g · 4% 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: 0.33 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.