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Cadbury Drinking Chocolate
Cadbury Drinking Chocolate by Cadbury provides 404 kcal per 100 g, with 68 g of sugars and 7.5 g of protein. That is 50% more sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Instant chocolate powders category and comes in a 1kg pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 100 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 404 kcal | 404 kcal | 299 +35% | |
| Total fat | 6.8 g | 6.8 g | 9% | 5.5 +23% |
| Saturated fat | 4 g | 4 g | 20% | 3.2 +24% |
| Carbohydrates | 72 g | 72 g | 26% | 53.1 +36% |
| Total sugars | 68 g | 68 g | 45.5 +50% | |
| Added sugars | 61.7 g | 61.7 g | 123% | 45.8 +35% |
| Dietary fiber | 11 g | 11 g | 39% | 6.9 +60% |
| Protein | 7.5 g | 7.5 g | 15% | 6.9 +9% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g | 0.3 −94% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 678 Instant chocolate powders products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from February 2020. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other instant chocolate powders
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sugar, Cocoa Powder, Acidity Regulator (Potassium Carbonates), Flavouring, Cocoa Solids: 25 % minimum
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 1kg
- Serving size
- 100 g
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianVeganCocoa LifeThe Vegan Society
- Sold in
- France, United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5034660022220
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Cadbury Drinking Chocolate?
Cadbury Drinking Chocolate contains 404 kcal per 100 g and about 404 kcal per serving (100 g).
How much sugar is in Cadbury Drinking Chocolate?
Cadbury Drinking Chocolate has 68 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Cadbury Drinking Chocolate healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Cadbury Drinking Chocolate vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 19, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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