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How much sugar is in a 16 oz Horchata?

16 oz Horchata
Nutrition Facts
1 serving per container
Serving size16 fl oz (473 mL)
Amount per serving
Calories280
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6g8%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 60mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 54g20%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 42g
Includes 40g Added Sugars80%
Protein 2g
Caffeine 0mg
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
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At a glance

  • 42g total sugar ≈ 10.0 teaspoons.
  • 40g added sugar — 80% of the 50g daily value.
  • 280 calories and 0mg caffeine (0% of the 400mg/day guidance).

How to cut the sugar

  • Traditional horchata is rice, cinnamon, and a generous pour of sugar — ~40g added in 16 oz.
  • Ask for it 'less sweet' where it's made fresh; the cinnamon flavor carries it.
  • Homemade versions can halve the sugar without losing the character.

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Frequently asked questions

Is horchata high in sugar?

Usually yes — a 16 oz serving of rice horchata averages ~40g of added sugar, most of a day's 50g value, though fresh-made versions vary widely.

Nutrition values are approximate, generic estimates for a typical version of this drink — not measurements of any specific branded product, and not lab-verified. Actual values vary by recipe, size, and preparation. This is general information, not dietary advice.