Drinking Chocolate by Tesco

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Drinking Chocolate

by Tesco 400g in Instant chocolate powders Barcode 5057545713457

Drinking chocolate

Nutri-Score
Poor nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Ultra-processed food
Green-Score
c
Environmental impact estimate

Drinking Chocolate by Tesco provides 76 kcal per 100 g, with 9.5 g of sugars and 3.6 g of protein. That is 79% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Instant chocolate powders category and comes in a 400g pack.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
2 g · Low
Saturated fat
1.3 g · Low
Sugars
9.5 g · Moderate
Salt
0.1 g · Low

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 218ml

Nutrient Per 100 g Per serving% DV* Category avg
Calories 76 kcal 166 kcal 299 −75%
Total fat 2 g 4.4 g 6% 5.5 −64%
Saturated fat 1.3 g 2.8 g 14% 3.2 −60%
Carbohydrates 10.6 g 23.1 g 8% 53.1 −80%
Total sugars 9.5 g 20.7 g 45.5 −79%
Dietary fiber 0.5 g 1.1 g 4% 6.9 −93%
Protein 3.6 g 7.8 g 16% 6.9 −48%
Salt 0.1 g 0.2 g 0.3 −70%

*% 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. Values are for the prepared product.

Compared with other instant chocolate powders

Calories lower 18%
Sugars lower 17%
Salt lower 26%
Saturated fat lower 31%
Protein top 85%
Fiber top 87%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Ingredients

Sugar, Cocoa Powder (25%), Maltodextrin, Salt, Flavouring.

Palm oil freeMaybe veganVegetarian
May contain traces
MilkSoybeans

Product details

Quantity
400g
Serving size
218ml
Labels & certifications
VegetarianRainforest Alliance
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
5057545713457

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Drinking Chocolate?

Drinking Chocolate contains 76 kcal per 100 g and about 166 kcal per serving (218ml).

How much sugar is in Drinking Chocolate?

Drinking Chocolate has 9.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Drinking Chocolate healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

What allergens does Drinking Chocolate contain?

No allergens are listed in the label data. It may also contain traces of milk, soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated July 29, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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