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Nescafé original
Nescafé original by Nestlé provides 437 kcal per 100 g, with 63.2 g of sugars and 2.6 g of protein. That is 355% more sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Instant coffees category and comes in a 19 g pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 19g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 437 kcal | 83 kcal | 211 +107% | |
| Total fat | 11.1 g | 2.1 g | 3% | 4 +179% |
| Saturated fat | 10 g | 1.9 g | 10% | 2.4 +317% |
| Carbohydrates | 81.1 g | 15.4 g | 6% | 32.4 +150% |
| Total sugars | 63.2 g | 12 g | 13.9 +355% | |
| Added sugars | 71.2 g | 13.5 g | 27% | 11.3 +532% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.1 g | 0.4 g | 1% | 12.3 −83% |
| Protein | 2.6 g | 0.5 g | 1% | 8.4 −69% |
| Salt | 0.4 g | 0.1 g | 0.4 −7% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 975 Instant coffees products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other instant coffees
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sugar, Creamer (Glucose Syrup, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil, Stabilizers (E340ii, E451i, E452i, E331ii), Sodium Caseinate (Milk Protein), Emulsifiers, Anticaking Agent (E551), Salt, Flavourings), Instant Coffee, Salt, Skimmed Milk Powder (_Milk_), Flavourings, Resistant Dextrin.
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 10
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 19 g
- Serving size
- 19g
- Labels & certifications
- Halal
- Sold in
- France, Singapore
- Barcode
- 8888082143448
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Nescafé original?
Nescafé original contains 437 kcal per 100 g and about 83 kcal per serving (19g).
How much sugar is in Nescafé original?
Nescafé original has 63.2 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Nescafé original healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Nescafé original vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Nescafé original contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 18, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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