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Original
Original by Horlicks provides 362 kcal per 100 g, with 39.3 g of sugars and 9.1 g of protein. That is 122% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Cereals and their products category. Contains: gluten.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 portion (25 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 362 kcal | 91 kcal | 389 −7% | |
| Total fat | 2.3 g | 0.6 g | 1% | 7.8 −71% |
| Saturated fat | 1.1 g | 0.3 g | 2% | 1.6 −32% |
| Carbohydrates | 77.3 g | 19.3 g | 7% | 69.5 +11% |
| Total sugars | 39.3 g | 9.8 g | 17.7 +122% | |
| Added sugars | 1.7 g | 0.4 g | 1% | 9.3 −82% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.1 g | 0.5 g | 2% | 7.7 −73% |
| Protein | 9.1 g | 2.3 g | 5% | 10.3 −11% |
| Salt | 1.1 g | 0.3 g | 0.8 +38% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 8322 Cereals and their products products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other cereals and their products
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Ingredients
Wheat 41% (Wheat Flour and NUTRITION INFORM Malted Wheat), Malted Barley 31%, Dried Whey Milki, Calcium Carbonate, Energy klkcal Dried Skimmed Milk, Sugar, Fat lofwhich sauae L. Palm Oil, Salt, Anti-Caking Carbohydrate agent (E550), Vitamin Mix Vitamin C, Niacin, Vitamin E, Fibre Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin B6, Protein Riboflavin, Thiamin, Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12). Ferric Pyrophosphate, Zinc Oxide. VitaminEmg Typical values TAIK (of which sugars) Salt Vitamin D pg Thiamin (Vit Bilg cereals Riboflavin VibB2,ng Vitamin C,mg ALLERGY ADVICE For allergens, including
- Allergens
- Gluten
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 portion (25 g)
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5060113917652
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Original?
Original contains 362 kcal per 100 g and about 91 kcal per serving (1 portion (25 g)).
How much sugar is in Original?
Original has 39.3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Original healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does Original contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten. 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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