Jamaican syrup
Jamaican syrup provides 383 kcal per 100 g, with 93.3 g of sugars and 0 g of protein. That is 73% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Simple syrups category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1/4 cup (60 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 383 kcal | 230 kcal | 268 +43% | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.2 −100% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.1 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 93.3 g | 56 g | 20% | 64.9 +44% |
| Total sugars | 93.3 g | 56 g | 54.1 +73% | |
| Dietary fiber | 0.4 g | 0.2 g | 1% | 1.8 −78% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.4 −100% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g | 0.2 −82% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1178 Simple syrups products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from December 2022. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other simple syrups
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sugar, water, artificial food flavours, citric acid (acidulant), fd&c red #40, sodium benzoate (preservative).
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1/4 cup (60 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0810913012683
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Jamaican syrup?
Jamaican syrup contains 383 kcal per 100 g and about 230 kcal per serving (1/4 cup (60 g)).
How much sugar is in Jamaican syrup?
Jamaican syrup has 93.3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Jamaican syrup healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (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.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 23, 2020. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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