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Malted drink
Malted drink by Horlicks provides 91 kcal per 100 g, with 9.6 g of sugars and 4.7 g of protein. That is 13% less 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 Beverages category and comes in a 270 g pack. Contains: gluten, milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 25 g in 200 ml semi-skimmed milk
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 91 kcal | 23 kcal | 88 | |
| Total fat | 2 g | 0.5 g | 1% | 1.9 |
| Saturated fat | 1.2 g | 0.3 g | 2% | 1.1 +11% |
| Carbohydrates | 14.4 g | 3.6 g | 1% | 12.9 +11% |
| Total sugars | 9.6 g | 2.4 g | 11 −13% | |
| Added sugars | 1.7 g | 0.4 g | 1% | 4.8 −65% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.3 g | 0.1 g | 0% | 0.8 −68% |
| Protein | 4.7 g | 1.2 g | 2% | 2.9 +62% |
| Salt | 0.3 g | 0.1 g | 0.3 |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 22479 Beverages products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other beverages
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
wheat 41% (wheat flour and malted wheat), malted barley 31%, dried whey, calcium carbonate, dried skimmed milk, sugar, palm oil, salt, anti-caking agent (E551), vitamin mix (Vitamin C, Niacin, Vitamin E, Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin B6, Riboflavin, Thiamin Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12), ferric pyrophosphate, zinc oxide
- Allergens
- GlutenMilk
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 270 g
- Serving size
- 25 g in 200 ml semi-skimmed milk
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5060113919502
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Malted drink?
Malted drink contains 91 kcal per 100 g and about 23 kcal per serving (25 g in 200 ml semi-skimmed milk).
How much sugar is in Malted drink?
Malted drink has 9.6 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Malted drink 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.
Is Malted drink vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Malted drink contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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