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Koia Plant Protein Drink, Cacao Bean
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📊 NOVA 4🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free🌿 Organic

Koia Plant Protein Drink, Cacao Bean

Koia
12 foz
Available at Foodtown
190
Calories
18g
Protein
4g
Sugars
240mg
Sodium
7g
Fiber
50
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Koia Plant Protein Drink in Cacao Bean is a single-serve, 12 fl oz plant-based protein shake you’ll spot in the refrigerated beverage aisle near almond milks, ready-to-drink protein shakes, cold-brew coffees and refrigerated meal-replacement drinks. Packaged in a modern, opaque bottle with minimalist branding, it reads as a convenient grab-and-go item for breakfast, a mid-afternoon pick-me-up, or a post-workout refuel. The brand positions itself for health-conscious, active adults—millennial and Gen Z shoppers who favor plant-forward diets, fitness routines, and clean-label messaging. Marketing leans into “plant protein,” “prebiotic fiber,” and natural-sounding ingredients like cacao and vanilla rather than indulgent dessert cues. Labels often highlight “plant protein,” “no dairy,” and use words like “natural” and “prebiotic,” and the ingredient list includes organic cane sugar but the product itself is not presented as an organic-certified item; it’s not child-focused and lacks bright kid-friendly graphics. Sensory-wise the drink is creamy and smooth, mid-viscosity from stabilizers and lecithin, with cocoa-forward chocolate notes, a mild sweetness, and a subtle earthy graininess from rice and pea proteins. Rituals around it are practical—a shake after a gym session, a rushed office breakfast, or a protein boost on a road trip. In plain terms, this is a processed, ready-to-drink plant-protein beverage made with concentrated proteins, sweeteners, emulsifiers and gelling agents to deliver consistent taste and texture across bottles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 1
Calories190
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Sodium240mg10%
Total Carbohydrate13g5%
Dietary Fiber7g25%
Total Sugars4g
Added Sugars4g8%
Protein18g
* 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

Almond, Milk, (Filtered, Water,, Almonds),, Koia, Proprietary, Protein, Blend, (Brown, Rice, Protein,, Pea, Protein,, Chickpea, Protein),, Koia, Prebiotic, Fiber, Blend, (Agave, Fiber,, Chicory, Root, Fiber),, Cocoa, Powder,, Organic, Cane, Sugar,, Natural, Flavors,, Sunflower, Lecithin,, Sea, Salt,, Vanilla, Extract,, Cocoa, Extract,, Monk, Fruit, Extract,, Locust, Bean, Gum,, Gellan, Gum, and, Cinnamon..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sunflower - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Sunflower Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrially formulated protein blends, sweeteners, emulsifiers, gums and 'natural flavors' typical of ultra-processed ready-to-drink products, so it fits NOVA group 4.

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Common Questions about Koia Plant Protein Drink, Cacao Bean

The Koia Plant Protein Drink is packed with 18 grams of protein and 7 grams of fiber, making it a solid option for those looking to fuel their day. It's lower in sugar than many other protein drinks, with only 4 grams of added sugar, which is a nice perk. Healthy can mean different things for different folks, but if you're looking for a plant-based protein boost, this drink has you covered!

Perfect For

post-workout
road-trip
meal-prep-sunday

Vibe:

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