Junior mints vs Menthe
Overall, Menthe has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 8 of our comparison points versus 0.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Junior mints | Menthe |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | a |
| NOVA group | 4 | 1 |
| Calories | 433 kcal | 58 kcal |
| Fat | 10 g | 0.8 g |
| Saturated fat | 5 g | 0.2 g |
| Sugars | 80 g | 5.3 g |
| Salt | 0 g | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | — | 7.4 g |
| Protein | 0 g | 3.5 g |
| Additives | 6 | 0 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Menthe has 87% fewer calories (58 kcal vs 433 kcal).
- Menthe has 92% less fat (0.8 g vs 10 g).
- Menthe has 96% less saturated fat (0.2 g vs 5 g).
- Menthe has 93% less sugar (5.3 g vs 80 g).
- Menthe has 100% more protein (3.5 g vs 0 g).
- Menthe has the better Nutri-Score.
- Menthe is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Junior mints
Sugar, semi-sweet chocolate (sugar, chocolate processed with alkali, cocoa butter, soy lecithin-an emulsifier, vanilln-an artificial flavor), corn syrup, confectioner's glaze, titanium dioxide, food starch-modified, peppermint oil, artificial colors (FD&C red 40 lake, yellow 5 lake, blue 1 lake, blue 2 lake, blue 1, yellow 5), invertase
Menthe
Menthe.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Junior mints or Menthe?
Overall, Menthe has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Menthe has fewer calories: 58 kcal versus 433 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Menthe has less sugar: 5.3 g versus 80 g per 100 g.