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Coffee Calories | 1 Cup With Milk, Sugar, Black & Cold Coffee

July 8, 2026
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Coffee Calories | 1 Cup With Milk, Sugar, Black & Cold Coffee

By Asfia Fatima, Chief Dietitian at Clearcals

TL;DR

Coffee calories: Black = 14 kcal/cup (200ml) | With low-fat milk no sugar = 97 kcal | With whole milk + sugar = 236 kcal | Cold coffee (whole milk) = 255–306 kcal/glass 1 cup coffee calories (200ml): Black 14 kcal | Low-fat milk no sugar 97 kcal | Whole milk no sugar 225 kcal | Whole milk + 1 tsp sugar 236 kcal | Filter coffee ~100–120 kcal

  • 1 cold coffee calories (240ml glass, whole milk + sugar): 306 kcal | without sugar: 233 kcal | cold brew over ice: ~14 kcal
  • Black coffee with 1 tsp sugar: ~30 kcal | with 2 tsp sugar: ~46 kcal | without sugar: 14 kcal
  • Skipping sugar saves only ~16 kcal per cup — switching from whole milk to low-fat milk saves ~128 kcal
  • Track any coffee type in the Hint app, including custom recipes with your exact milk quantity and sugar

One cup of plain black coffee (200ml) has just 14 kcal. Add whole buffalo milk and one teaspoon of sugar, and that rises to 236 kcal — a 17× increase that comes almost entirely from the milk, not the sugar.

This guide covers calorie counts for every common Indian coffee type — black, milk, cold, filter, ghee — across all serving sizes.

Coffee Calories — Master Table

Coffee calories per 200ml cup: Black = 14 kcal | Milk + sugar = 236 kcal | Milk no sugar = 225 kcal | Low-fat milk = 97 kcal | Cold coffee = 255 kcal | Filter coffee = ~100–120 kcal

Coffee Type100ml200ml (1 Cup)300ml (1 Large)
Black coffee7 kcal14 kcal21 kcal
Black coffee without sugar7 kcal14 kcal21 kcal
Black coffee with 1 tsp sugar15 kcal30 kcal45 kcal
Coffee with whole milk + sugar118 kcal236 kcal354 kcal
Coffee with whole milk, no sugar112 kcal225 kcal337 kcal
Coffee with low-fat milk, no sugar48 kcal97 kcal145 kcal
Filter coffee (whole milk + sugar)~55 kcal~110 kcal~165 kcal
Cold coffee (whole milk + sugar)127 kcal255 kcal306 kcal (240ml)
Cold coffee (low-fat milk, no sugar)97 kcal194 kcal233 kcal (240ml)
Ghee coffee24 kcal48 kcal72 kcal

1 Cup Coffee Calories

1 cup coffee calories (200ml): Black = 14 kcal | Low-fat milk no sugar = 97 kcal | Whole milk no sugar = 225 kcal | Whole milk + sugar = 236 kcal Coffee calories 1 cup: varies from 14 kcal (black) to 354 kcal (large whole milk + sugar) | One cup coffee calories = 14–236 kcal depending on type

The calorie count of 1 cup of coffee (200ml) varies dramatically by milk type and sugar:

1 Cup Coffee (200ml)Calories
Black coffee (no milk, no sugar)14 kcal
Black coffee + 1 tsp sugar30 kcal
Coffee with low-fat milk, no sugar97 kcal
Coffee with whole milk, no sugar225 kcal
Coffee with whole milk + 1 tsp sugar236 kcal
Filter coffee with whole milk + sugar~110 kcal
Cold coffee with whole milk + sugar255 kcal

Key insight: The milk accounts for 95% of the calorie difference between coffee types. Switching from whole buffalo milk to low-fat milk saves ~128 kcal per cup. Skipping sugar saves only ~16 kcal per teaspoon.

1 Cup of Coffee With Milk and Sugar Calories

1 cup coffee with milk and sugar calories (200ml): 236 kcal (whole buffalo milk + 1 tsp sugar) | 100ml = 118 kcal | 300ml = 354 kcal Coffee with milk and sugar calories: 236 kcal per medium cup | One cup coffee with milk and sugar: 236 kcal for whole milk, 113 kcal for low-fat milk

1 cup of coffee with whole buffalo milk and 1 tsp sugar (200ml) has 236 kcal. A small teacup (100ml) has 118 kcal. The calories come primarily from the milk (~220 kcal per 200ml serving) with sugar adding only ~16 kcal.

Serving SizeCoffee With Whole Milk + SugarCoffee With Low-Fat Milk + Sugar
1 Small cup (100ml)118 kcal56 kcal
1 Medium cup (200ml)236 kcal113 kcal
1 Large cup (300ml)354 kcal169 kcal

How many calories in coffee with milk and sugar: A standard Indian "1 cup" of tea or coffee varies from 100ml (small teacup) to 200ml (mug). At 100ml with whole milk + sugar: 118 kcal. At 200ml: 236 kcal.

Calories in 100ml coffee with milk and sugar: 118 kcal for whole buffalo milk + 1 tsp sugar.

Coffee Calories Per 100ml

Coffee calories per 100ml: Black = 7 kcal | Whole milk + sugar = 118 kcal | Whole milk no sugar = 112 kcal | Low-fat milk = 48 kcal | Cold coffee = 97–127 kcal

Coffee TypeCalories per 100ml
Black coffee7 kcal
Black coffee + 1 tsp sugar~15 kcal
Coffee with whole milk + sugar118 kcal
Coffee with whole milk, no sugar112 kcal
Coffee with low-fat/toned milk, no sugar48 kcal
Cold coffee (whole milk + ice cream)127 kcal
Cold coffee (low-fat milk, no sugar)97 kcal
Filter coffee (whole milk + sugar)~55 kcal
Ghee coffee24 kcal

Black Coffee Calories

Black coffee calories: 7 kcal per 100ml | 14 kcal per 200ml cup | 21 kcal per 300ml — lowest calorie coffee option 1 cup black coffee calories (200ml): 14 kcal | 1 black coffee calories: 14 kcal | Black coffee 1 cup calories: 14 kcal with or without sugar

Black coffee (no milk, no sugar) has 14 kcal per 200ml cup and 7 kcal per 100ml. It is the lowest-calorie coffee option and is ideal for weight loss, pre-workout energy, and managing calorie intake.

Black Coffee ServingCalories
1 Small cup/teacup (100ml)7 kcal
1 Medium cup/mug (200ml)14 kcal
1 Large cup (300ml)21 kcal

1 cup black coffee calories: A standard 200ml mug of black coffee has 14 kcal — whether made with instant coffee or brewed coffee grounds. The minimal calories in black coffee come from trace proteins and carbohydrates in the coffee itself.

Black coffee benefits for weight loss: Black coffee promotes fat oxidation, boosts metabolism by 3–11%, and suppresses appetite when consumed 30–60 minutes before exercise. At 14 kcal per cup, it is the most calorie-efficient pre-workout drink available.

Black Coffee Without Sugar Calories

Black coffee without sugar calories: 14 kcal per 200ml | 7 kcal per 100ml — same as plain black coffee since black coffee contains no sugar by default Black coffee calories without sugar: 14 kcal/cup | Calories in black coffee without sugar: 7 kcal per 100ml | Black coffee no sugar: 14 kcal per cup

Black coffee without sugar has 7 kcal per 100ml and 14 kcal per 200ml. Since plain black coffee contains no milk or sugar by definition, "black coffee" and "black coffee without sugar" are nutritionally identical.

ServingBlack Coffee Without Sugar
100ml7 kcal
200ml (1 cup)14 kcal
300ml21 kcal

Black Coffee With Sugar Calories

Black coffee with sugar calories: 1 tsp sugar = 30 kcal | 2 tsp sugar = 46 kcal | Without sugar = 14 kcal | Each tsp sugar adds ~16 kcal Black coffee with sugar: 200ml black coffee + 1 tsp sugar = 30 kcal | + 2 tsp sugar = 46 kcal | Low calorie option vs whole milk coffee (236 kcal)

Adding sugar to black coffee increases calories by approximately 16 kcal per teaspoon of sugar:

Black Coffee (200ml)Calories
No sugar14 kcal
+ 1 tsp sugar30 kcal
+ 2 tsp sugar46 kcal
+ 3 tsp sugar62 kcal

Key takeaway: Even with 2 tsp of sugar, black coffee (46 kcal) has less than a quarter of the calories of coffee with whole milk and 1 tsp sugar (236 kcal). If weight management is the goal, the milk choice matters far more than the sugar choice.

Milk Coffee Calories

Milk coffee calories: Whole milk + sugar = 236 kcal/200ml | Whole milk no sugar = 225 kcal | Low-fat milk no sugar = 97 kcal | Low-fat milk + sugar = 113 kcal Coffee with milk calories: 97–236 kcal per 200ml cup depending on milk type and sugar | Milk coffee without sugar: 225 kcal (whole) vs 97 kcal (low-fat)

Milk Coffee Without Sugar Calories

Milk coffee without sugar calories: 225 kcal (whole buffalo milk, 200ml) | 97 kcal (low-fat milk, 200ml) | 100ml whole milk coffee no sugar = 112 kcal Coffee with milk without sugar calories: 97–225 kcal per cup | One cup milk coffee without sugar = 97 kcal (low-fat) or 225 kcal (whole milk)

1 cup of coffee with whole buffalo milk and no sugar (200ml) has 225 kcal. Removing sugar reduces calories by only 11 kcal (from 236 to 225 kcal) — the big saving comes from switching milk type, not removing sugar.

Milk TypeWithout Sugar (100ml)Without Sugar (200ml)Without Sugar (300ml)
Whole buffalo milk112 kcal225 kcal337 kcal
Low-fat/toned milk48 kcal97 kcal145 kcal

Coffee Without Sugar Calories (With Milk)

Coffee without sugar calories (with milk): Whole milk = 225 kcal/200ml | Low-fat milk = 97 kcal/200ml | Black (no milk) = 14 kcal/200ml

Option200ml Calories
Black coffee, no sugar14 kcal
Low-fat milk coffee, no sugar97 kcal
Whole milk coffee, no sugar225 kcal

Cold Coffee Calories

Cold coffee calories: 1 glass (240ml) with whole milk + sugar = 306 kcal | With low-fat milk no sugar = 233 kcal | Cold brew over ice (no milk) = ~14 kcal 1 cold coffee calories (240ml): 306 kcal (whole milk, sugar) | 200ml cold coffee = 255 kcal (whole milk) or 194 kcal (low-fat) | Calories in cold coffee = 14–306 kcal depending on ingredients

Cold coffee calories depend entirely on what goes into it. A cafe-style cold coffee with whole buffalo milk, ice cream, and sugar is one of the most calorie-dense coffee drinks; a plain cold brew over ice is virtually calorie-free.

Cold Coffee With Milk and Sugar Calories

Cold coffee with milk and sugar calories: 1 glass (240ml) = 306 kcal | 200ml = 255 kcal | 100ml = 127 kcal Cold coffee calories with milk and sugar: 306 kcal/glass | 1 glass cold coffee calories = 306 kcal | Calories in cold coffee with milk and sugar (240ml) = 306 kcal

1 glass (240ml) of cold coffee made with whole buffalo milk, ice cream, and 1 tsp sugar has 306 kcal. A 200ml serving has 255 kcal.

Cold Coffee ServingWith Whole Milk + Sugar
1 Small cup (100ml)127 kcal
1 Medium cup (200ml)255 kcal
1 Glass (240ml)306 kcal
1 Large glass (300ml)381 kcal

250ml cold coffee calories: A 250ml glass of cold coffee with whole milk and sugar has approximately 319 kcal.

Cold Coffee Without Sugar Calories

Cold coffee without sugar calories: 1 glass (240ml) low-fat milk = 233 kcal | 200ml = 194 kcal | Whole milk no sugar (240ml) = ~280 kcal | Cold brew no milk = 14 kcal Calories in cold coffee without sugar: 233 kcal/240ml (low-fat milk) | How many calories in cold coffee no sugar = 14–280 kcal depending on milk

1 glass (240ml) of cold coffee with low-fat milk and no sugar has 233 kcal. A 200ml serving has 194 kcal.

Cold Coffee ServingLow-Fat Milk, No Sugar
1 Small cup (100ml)97 kcal
1 Medium cup (200ml)194 kcal
1 Glass (240ml)233 kcal

For the lowest-calorie cold coffee: black cold brew over ice has approximately 14–20 kcal per 200ml — the same as hot black coffee.

Filter Coffee Calories

Filter coffee calories: ~100–120 kcal per 200ml cup (whole milk + 1 tsp sugar) | Without sugar: ~80–100 kcal | Filter coffee per 100ml: ~50–60 kcal (whole milk) South Indian filter coffee calories: ~110 kcal per standard cup (100ml decoction + 100ml whole milk + sugar) | Filter coffee without sugar: ~90–100 kcal

Traditional South Indian filter coffee is made by combining a strong coffee decoction with whole milk (typically a 50:50 ratio) and optional sugar. Per 200ml standard cup with whole buffalo milk and 1 tsp sugar: approximately 100–120 kcal.

Filter CoffeeCalories (Approx.)
Per 100ml (whole milk + sugar)~55 kcal
Per 200ml cup (whole milk + sugar)~110 kcal
Per 200ml cup (whole milk, no sugar)~90–100 kcal
Per 200ml cup (low-fat milk + sugar)~50–60 kcal

Filter coffee has fewer calories than a standard milk coffee (236 kcal) because the high concentration of coffee decoction means less milk is used per cup. The strong, rich flavour is achieved through the decoction process rather than through extra milk fat.

Filter coffee benefits: Traditional filter coffee prepared with moderate milk and minimal sugar is rich in antioxidants, chlorogenic acids, and caffeine. It supports mental alertness, metabolic function, and has been associated with reduced risk of type 2 diabetes in regular drinkers.

Ghee Coffee Calories

Ghee coffee calories: 48 kcal per 200ml cup | 24 kcal per 100ml | 72 kcal per 300ml | Ghee coffee = black coffee + 1 tsp ghee (~37 kcal from ghee)

1 cup (200ml) of ghee coffee has 48 kcal. Ghee coffee (also called bulletproof coffee) is black coffee blended with a small amount of ghee or butter — it provides a fat source that supports ketogenic and low-carb approaches.

Ghee Coffee ServingCalories
1 Small cup (100ml)24 kcal
1 Medium cup (200ml)48 kcal
1 Large cup (300ml)72 kcal

Ghee coffee benefits: Provides sustained energy, prevents sugar crashes, may improve mental clarity, and can reduce hunger between meals. Best suited for low-carb or intermittent fasting approaches.

Black Coffee Benefits

Black coffee is rich in antioxidants and caffeine, which support mental clarity, focus, alertness, and physical performance:

  • Prevents insulin spikes — no sugar, no carbohydrates, no effect on blood glucose
  • Maintains calorie deficits for weight loss — at 14 kcal per cup, it fits any dietary pattern
  • Promotes fat oxidation — caffeine increases fat mobilisation during exercise by 10–29%
  • May reduce liver fat in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)
  • May enhance insulin sensitivity and reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes

Best time for black coffee: 30–60 minutes before a workout for performance benefits, or mid-morning (9–11 am) to avoid acidity on an empty stomach. Avoid after 3 pm if sleep quality is a concern.

Coffee With Milk Benefits

  • Calcium-rich — supports bone health; one 200ml cup of whole milk coffee provides ~240mg calcium
  • Higher protein — milk adds ~7g protein per 200ml cup, adding satiety
  • Less acidic — gentler on sensitive stomachs than black coffee

For weight loss with milk coffee: Use low-fat milk and skip sugar. A 200ml cup with low-fat milk, no sugar = 97 kcal vs 236 kcal with whole milk and sugar — a saving of 139 kcal per cup, or 417 kcal per day for a 3-cup habit.

Is Coffee Good For...

ConditionVerdictNotes
Weight loss✅ YesBest: black coffee before a workout
Diabetes✅ YesAvoid sugar and flavoured creamers
Low blood pressure✅ YesCaffeine raises BP slightly
High blood pressure⚠️ ModerateMonitor intake; avoid >2 cups/day
Thyroid patients✅ YesWait 30–60 min after thyroid medication
Daily consumption✅ Yes2–3 plain cups are safe for most people
Pre-workout✅ YesNatural performance enhancer
PCOS⚠️ ModerateLimit to 1–2 cups; monitor hormonal effects
Digestion✅ YesExcess can cause acid reflux
Fatty liver✅ YesStudies show coffee reduces liver fat

Which Coffee Is Best for Weight Loss?

Best coffee for weight loss: Black coffee (14 kcal) → Ghee coffee (48 kcal) → Low-fat milk no sugar (97 kcal) → Whole milk no sugar (225 kcal) → Whole milk + sugar (236 kcal)

RankCoffee Type200ml CaloriesReason
1Black coffee14 kcalNear-zero calories, boosts metabolism
2Ghee coffee48 kcalSupports keto/low-carb fat adaptation
3Low-fat milk, no sugar97 kcalSatisfying with good calcium
4Whole milk, no sugar225 kcalHigh calcium but high fat
5Whole milk + sugar236 kcalHigh-calorie — switch milk and skip sugar

Tea vs Coffee: Which is Better?

GoalBetter Choice
Energy and focusCoffee (stronger caffeine)
Relaxation and calmTea (L-theanine calms)
Weight lossBlack coffee (metabolism boost)
HydrationTea (lower caffeine)
Sleep qualityNeither after 3 pm

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in 1 cup of black coffee? 1 cup (200ml) of black coffee has 14 kcal. Per 100ml, black coffee has 7 kcal. Without sugar or milk, coffee is nearly calorie-free.

1 cup coffee with milk and sugar calories? 1 cup (200ml) of coffee with whole buffalo milk and 1 tsp sugar has 236 kcal. With low-fat milk and sugar: ~113 kcal. With low-fat milk and no sugar: 97 kcal.

Cold coffee calories — 1 glass? 1 glass (240ml) of cold coffee with whole buffalo milk, ice cream, and 1 tsp sugar has 306 kcal. Without sugar and with low-fat milk: 233 kcal. Cold brew over ice (no milk): ~14 kcal.

Black coffee with sugar calories? Black coffee (200ml) + 1 tsp sugar = 30 kcal. With 2 tsp sugar = 46 kcal. Each teaspoon of sugar adds approximately 16 kcal.

Does removing sugar from coffee make a big difference? No. Removing 1 tsp of sugar saves only about 16 kcal. The major calorie savings come from switching milk type — whole milk to low-fat milk saves ~128 kcal per cup.

Is black coffee good for weight loss? Yes. Black coffee stimulates fat oxidation, boosts metabolism by 3–11%, curbs appetite, and has essentially zero calories (14 kcal per cup). It is the most effective low-calorie beverage for pre-workout energy.

Filter coffee calories? South Indian filter coffee with whole buffalo milk and 1 tsp sugar has approximately 100–120 kcal per 200ml cup. Without sugar: ~80–100 kcal. The calorie count is lower than standard milk coffee (236 kcal) because filter coffee uses a concentrated decoction, meaning less total milk per cup.

Is milk coffee good for weight loss? Yes, when made with low-fat milk and no sugar. A 200ml cup = 97 kcal vs 236 kcal for whole milk + sugar. A low-fat, no-sugar milk coffee is a satisfying, calcium-rich breakfast drink within a calorie deficit.

Ek cup coffee mein kitni calories hoti hain? Ek 200ml cup black coffee mein sirf 14 kcal hoti hain. Low-fat milk ke saath (bina sugar) = 97 kcal. Whole buffalo milk + 1 tsp sugar = 236 kcal. Filter coffee = approximately 100–120 kcal.

Can I drink coffee every day? Yes. 2–3 cups daily is safe for most healthy adults. Avoid sugary coffee drinks, flavoured creamers, and drinking on an empty stomach. Keep caffeine intake below 400mg per day (approximately 4 cups of black coffee).

What is the best time to drink black coffee? Mid-morning (9–11 am) or 30–60 minutes before exercise. Avoid on an empty stomach (causes acidity) and after 3 pm (can affect sleep quality).

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About the Author

Asfia Fatima is the Chief Dietitian at Clearcals, with a Master's Degree in Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition and over a decade of experience in clinical nutrition and lifestyle management. She specialises in evidence-based diet planning for weight loss, diabetes, and metabolic health, and leads the nutrition strategy behind the Hint app.

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