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Koia Plant Protein Drink, Horchata Cinnamon
Dairy
📊 NOVA 4🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free🌿 Organic

Koia Plant Protein Drink, Horchata Cinnamon

Koia
12 foz
Available at Foodtown
190
Calories
18g
Protein
4g
Sugars
240mg
Sodium
7g
Fiber
44
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Koia Plant Protein Drink, Horchata Cinnamon, arrives in a 12 fl oz single-serve chilled beverage format you’ll find in the refrigerated aisle with other plant-based milks, ready-to-drink protein shakes, and cold coffee drinks. It often sits near almond and oat milks, refrigerated protein drinks, and refrigerated functional beverages rather than in the shelf-stable juice aisle. Shoppers grab it for quick breakfasts, on-the-go snacks, or as a portable post-workout sip — it works equally well for a busy commute, a weekend brunch that needs a grab-and-go element, or a travel cooler on a road trip. The brand positions itself as a modern wellness-first alternative: clean-label visuals, minimalist design, and lifestyle-focused messaging aimed at millennials and Gen Z who want plant-based protein without dairy, appealing to flexitarians, busy professionals, and active consumers. The bottle highlights plant protein, prebiotic fiber, and reduced sugar, leaning on health-halo language like “plant-based” and “prebiotic,” and calls out organic cane sugar as an ingredient while also featuring “natural flavors” and monk fruit — cues that make it feel healthier even though it’s a formulated beverage. Processing context: this is a ready-to-drink, multi-ingredient product with emulsifiers and gelling agents, so it’s more processed than plain nut milk. Sensory notes: expect a creamy, slightly thick mouthfeel from gums and lecithin, warm cinnamon spice and sweet vanilla-like horchata flavor, light sweetness, and a cool, refreshing finish. Rituals include grabbing it from the fridge for morning routine or sipping after a workout as a convenient, flavored protein option.

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,, Sunflower, Lecithin,, Sea, Salt,, Monk, Fruit, Extract,, Cinnamon,, Locust, Bean, Gum, and, Gellan, Gum..

Flagged Ingredients:

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

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (protein isolates/blends, prebiotic fibers, emulsifiers, gums, natural flavors) and is a ready-to-drink formulated beverage, fitting the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category.

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Common Questions about Koia Plant Protein Drink, Horchata Cinnamon

Healthy is a relative term, right? While it packs a solid punch with 18 grams of protein and 7 grams of fiber, it does contain added sugars—4 grams per serving. If you’re looking for a post-workout boost or a nutritious snack, it’s a strong contender, but if you’re watching your sugar intake, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.

Perfect For

post-workout
weekend-brunch
road-trip

Vibe:

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