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Nescafe Classico Decaf Instant Coffee
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Nescafe Classico Decaf Instant Coffee

NESCAFE
7 oz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
1
Ingredients

What You Should Know

NESCAFÉ Classico Decaf Instant Coffee arrives on grocery shelves as a familiar pantry staple — a 7-oz jar of soluble coffee positioned in the coffee & tea aisle alongside ground and instant coffees, decaf blends, and single-serve pods. Shoppers usually find it near value-conscious and everyday brands rather than specialty roasters. It fits into quick-shopping trips for pantry restocks, busy weekday breakfasts, storm-prep lists, and travel or road-trip packing where lightweight, ready-to-make beverages are valued. As a brand, NESCAFÉ projects global familiarity and everyday accessibility: marketed as reliable, affordable, and Latin-rooted in flavor tradition, Classico targets broad adult demographics who want consistent flavor without the caffeine kick — parents, evening coffee drinkers, and those sensitive to caffeine. The label leans on simple, positive claims — "100% Pure coffee," "Rich flavor," and sourcing narratives — that create a mild health or quality halo, but there is no organic certification or child-focused branding. In plain processing terms, this is instant coffee: beans are roasted, extracted and dried into a soluble form so consumers can prepare cups in seconds. Sensory cues speak to ritual and convenience: dry, dark-brown granules or fine crystals in a screw-top jar that dissolve into a warm, mildly aromatic cup; decaffeination softens bitterness, leaving a mellow, roasty aroma. The packaging is utilitarian and resealable for repeated use, inviting the spoon-and-stir ritual of morning routines, a quick post-meal cup, or a hot drink on the road. In American grocery culture, NESCAFÉ Decaf sits at the intersection of convenience, tradition, and everyday reliability.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 1
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein0g
* 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

coffee.

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Although the ingredient list is just 'coffee,' instant coffee is produced by extensive industrial processing (extraction, concentration and drying) to create a ready-to-dissolve product, which aligns with NOVA Group 4 ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Nescafe Classico Decaf Instant Coffee

When it comes to coffee, health can be a bit subjective. Nescafe Classico Decaf is pretty straightforward — it’s just coffee, which means it’s low in calories and has no added sugars or preservatives. If you're looking for a caffeine-free option or just trying to cut back on your caffeine intake, this could be a great fit for you!

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
road-trip
storm-prep

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