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Folgers Classic Decaf Coffee Packets
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Folgers Classic Decaf Coffee Packets

Folgers
0.42 oz
Available at Foodtown
160
Calories
12g
Protein
13g
Sugars
650mg
Sodium
3
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Folgers Classic Decaf Coffee Packets arrive as single-serve sachets you’d spot on the coffee aisle beside instant coffee jars, single-serve creamers, tea bags and travel mugs — often slotted on endcaps with grab-and-go breakfast items. Shoppers pull these packets for quick caffeine-free cups at work, on road trips, in hotel rooms or to stash in emergency kits. The brand leans on Folgers’ long-standing American coffee heritage: everyday, reliable, and mass-market rather than artisanal. Packaging and advertising emphasize convenience and routine comfort more than specialty provenance, aiming at busy adults, commuters, shift workers and travelers who want predictable flavor without brewing equipment. The label is straightforward — “decaf” is front-and-center — and there are no kid-targeted mascots, organic seals or overt “natural” health halos; this is mainstream grocery branding rather than health-food positioning. On the ingredient list it’s simply decaffeinated instant coffee, but the Nutrition Facts (notably calories, sodium and sugars listed) hint at the ready-to-drink or mixable context most buyers expect, so shoppers should compare labels carefully. From a processing standpoint it’s a highly industrial product: coffee beans are decaffeinated and converted into soluble granules by spray- or freeze-drying, then packed into foil sachets for shelf stability. Sensory notes: fine brown granules or light powder that dissolve quickly in hot water, producing a thin-bodied, mildly roasted cup with the familiar roasted aroma of household instant coffee. The ritual is pragmatic — tear, pour, stir — a fast private pick-me-up that fits into the rhythm of American mornings and travel routines.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 portion
Servings per Container: 1
Calories160
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Cholesterol30mg10%
Sodium650mg28%
Total Carbohydrate23g8%
Total Sugars13g
Protein12g
* 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.

Ingredients

Decaffeinated, Instant, Coffee..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Although the ingredient list reads as single-item decaffeinated instant coffee, the industrial processes (decaffeination, drying) and the Nutrition Facts that indicate added calories, sodium and sugars are consistent with industrially formulated, ultra-processed products.

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Common Questions about Folgers Classic Decaf Coffee Packets

Healthiness can be subjective, but Folgers Classic Decaf Coffee is low in calories (just 160 per serving) and has no added sugars or preservatives, which is a plus. If you're looking for a caffeine-free option for a cozy afternoon or evening, this could be a great choice. Just remember, 'healthy' can mean different things to different folks!

Perfect For

road-trip
storm-prep
back-to-school

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