Calorie comparison
Black Coffee vs Energy Drink
Per 100 grams, black coffee is the lighter choice by 44 calories, while black coffee delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Black Coffee | Energy Drink |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1 | 45 |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 11 g |
| Fat | 0 g | 0 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
☕ Black Coffee
1 cup (240 g)
2 cal
0.2 g protein · 0 g carbs · 0 g fat
⚡ Energy Drink
8 oz (240 g)
108 cal
0 g protein · 26.4 g carbs · 0 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, black coffee or energy drink?
Per 100 g, black coffee has 1 calories and energy drink has 45. Black Coffee is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, black coffee or energy drink?
Black Coffee has 0.1 g of protein per 100 g; energy drink has 0 g. Black Coffee wins on protein.
Is black coffee or energy drink better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward black coffee — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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