Orxata vs Horchata fresca
Overall, Horchata fresca has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Orxata | Horchata fresca |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | — | 4 |
| Calories | 84 kcal | 98 kcal |
| Fat | 3 g | 3.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.2 g | 0.5 g |
| Sugars | 12.4 g | 11 g |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 1 g |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1 g |
| Additives | 0 | 1 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Orxata has 14% fewer calories (84 kcal vs 98 kcal).
- Orxata has 17% less fat (3 g vs 3.6 g).
- Horchata fresca has 58% less saturated fat (0.5 g vs 1.2 g).
- Horchata fresca has 11% less sugar (11 g vs 12.4 g).
- Horchata fresca has 100% more fiber (1 g vs 0 g).
- Horchata fresca has 50% more protein (1 g vs 0.5 g).
Ingredients
Orxata
Agua, chufas (16%), azúcar, emulgente: citrogllcéridos estabilizantes: gel de celulosa y goma de celulosa, corrector de la acidez: citrato de sodio aromas naturales de limón y canela.
Horchata fresca
water, chufa 19%, sugar, emulgent (monoglyceride and diglycerides diacetyltartartric acid esters), stabilizers (cellulose gel and cellulose gum), cinnamon,
FAQ
Which is healthier: Orxata or Horchata fresca?
Overall, Horchata fresca 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?
Orxata has fewer calories: 84 kcal versus 98 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Horchata fresca has less sugar: 11 g versus 12.4 g per 100 g.