Ingredient

Organic Dark Roast Coffee

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Coffee is primarily used as a beverage for its stimulating effect from caffeine and …

What it is

Coffee is a brewed drink made from roasted coffee beans, the seeds of berries from the Coffea plant. The beans are roasted to develop their characteristic flavor and aroma. Dark roast coffee is roasted longer at higher temperatures, resulting in a bolder flavor and darker color.

Why it's used

Coffee is primarily used as a beverage for its stimulating effect from caffeine and its rich flavor. In packaged foods, it can be used as a flavoring agent to impart a coffee taste, often found in desserts, candies, and coffee-flavored drinks.

Health notes

Coffee is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for its intended use as a food ingredient. Moderate consumption of coffee has been linked to various health benefits in peer-reviewed reviews, such as a reduced risk of certain diseases. However, high intake can lead to anxiety, insomnia, and digestive issues due to caffeine. JECFA has evaluated caffeine and established an acceptable daily intake.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Coffee is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten.

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.