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Koia Plant Protein Drink, Coconut Almond
Dairy
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Koia Plant Protein Drink, Coconut Almond

Koia
12 foz
Available at Foodtown
190
Calories
18g
Protein
4g
Sugars
240mg
Sodium
7g
Fiber
47
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Koia Plant Protein Drink, Coconut Almond (12 fl oz) reads like a single-serve solution for busy, health-minded shoppers. Store placement: you’ll most often find it in the refrigerated functional-beverage bay or chilled dairy-alternative section, shelved alongside other plant milks, protein shakes, ready-to-drink smoothies and refrigerated cold-brew coffees. Occasions: this bottle fits into grab-and-go breakfasts, post-workout recovery, and afternoon convenience sips between meetings. Brand positioning: Koia presents itself as a modern, plant-forward lifestyle brand aimed at fitness-oriented millennials and Gen Z consumers who want a protein boost without dairy; marketing leans into clean-label cues, plant protein performance, and a trendy wellness aesthetic. Label characteristics: packaging emphasizes “plant protein,” highlights ingredients like almond milk and coconut, points to prebiotic fiber and monk fruit, and uses health-halo terms such as “natural flavors” and single-serve convenience; there is an organic ingredient (organic cane sugar) listed but the product itself is not sold as fully organic. Processing context: it is a formulated, shelf-stable-style beverage composed of concentrated plant proteins, fiber blends and texture/stability agents rather than a single whole food. Sensory details: expect a smooth, creamy mouthfeel with prominent coconut-almond aroma, lightly sweet vanilla notes, and a medium-thin viscosity that drinks easily straight from the carton; ritual use is simple—chilled, shaken, sipped on the commute or after the gym. In American grocery culture it occupies the intersection of convenience, performance nutrition and indulgent plant-based snacking.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
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),, Organic, Cane, Sugar,, Natural, Flavors,, Vanilla, Extract,, Sunflower, Lecithin,, Sea, Salt,, Monk, Fruit, Extract,, Locust, Bean, Gum,, Gellan, Gum, and, Coconut, Flour..

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?

This is an industrially formulated ready-to-drink product containing isolated plant protein blends, added sugars, emulsifiers and gums, and natural flavors—features typical of ultraprocessed foods, so it fits NOVA group 4.

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Common Questions about Koia Plant Protein Drink, Coconut Almond

The Koia Coconut Almond drink can be considered a healthy option for those looking for a protein-packed, plant-based beverage. With 18 grams of protein and 7 grams of fiber per serving, it's a solid choice for a post-workout refreshment or a meal supplement. Just keep in mind that it does contain 4 grams of added sugar, which is relatively low compared to many other flavored drinks on the market.

Perfect For

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