Coffee/Coffee Substitutes: Nutrition Facts and Calories

The Coffee/Coffee Substitutes category includes a wide range of products, from ground and instant coffee to ready-to-drink beverages, creamers, and alternatives. Shoppers will find traditional coffee, flavored coffee drinks, liquid and powdered creamers, and products made from ingredients like chicory or grains. When choosing products in this category, checking the Nutrition Facts label is helpful. For flavored coffees and creamers, pay attention to added sugars. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans suggest limiting added sugars, recommending no amount, and at most 10 grams per meal. Saturated fat is also important, especially in creamers; the Dietary Guidelines recommend consuming less than 10% of calories from saturated fat. The FDA Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 mg, which can be relevant for some flavored options. The ingredient list will show the primary components, helping you understand what makes up coffee substitutes or the types of fats and sweeteners in creamers. Caffeine content can vary significantly across products. All values are shown per 100 g so products can be compared.