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Malt Water

Malt Water is a sweet malt-based soft drink popular in many Latin American, Caribbean and European markets — often enjoyed chilled as a non-alcoholic, malt-flavoured refresher. It’s known for a pronounced sweet, malty flavor and is commonly sold as 'Malta', 'Malt Water' or 'Malted Beverage'. Nutritionally, Malt Water is primarily a sugary carbohydrate beverage and contains about 16g of sugar per 100g, with very little protein, fat or fiber; it does provide small amounts of B vitamins such as niacin. Because it’s largely a sugary drink with minimal fiber or protein, it’s best consumed occasionally rather than as a daily staple. From a health perspective, Malt Water offers some micronutrients but lacks filling nutrients like fiber and quality protein, and it contributes free sugars — swapping to unsweetened beverages or a lower‑sugar malt alternative can help reduce added sugar intake while keeping a similar flavor profile.

Vegan · Lactose free · Ultra-processed · ~0.12€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

E-

Use selectively

-

Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Malt Beverage.

Calories

67 kcal

3% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

0.2 g

0% RDI

Fat

0 g

0g sat fat

Carbs

16 g

6% RDI

Sugar

16 g

32% RDI

Fiber

0 g

0% RDI

Salt

0 g

1% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

E- · 1.7 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Malt Water healthy?

Malt Water is rated E- on overall nutritional quality and is best consumed in moderation alongside more nutrient-dense foods.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Malt Water?

Malt Water is NOVA 4 - Ultra-processed.

Q.05Is Malt Water lactose free?

Yes, Malt Water is lactose free.

Q.02What are the macros in Malt Water?

100g of Malt Water contains 67 kcal, 0.2g protein, 16g carbohydrates, 0g fat, and 0g fiber.

Q.04Is Malt Water vegan?

Yes, Malt Water is vegan.

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