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NESCAFÉ CLÁSICO Instant Coffee, Dark Roast Coffee, 1 Jar (7 Oz)
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NESCAFÉ CLÁSICO Instant Coffee, Dark Roast Coffee, 1 Jar (7 Oz)

NESCAFE
7 oz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
2
Ingredients

What You Should Know

NESCAFÉ CLÁSICO Dark Roast Instant Coffee (7 oz jar) is the familiar, no-fuss coffee staple you’ll find on the supermarket coffee aisle, shelved beside other instant coffees, single-serve sticks and pods, and near powdered creamers and sweeteners. The glass jar with a screw-top lid and bold red NESCAFÉ label signals grab-and-go convenience—an accessible everyday coffee rather than a boutique artisanal product. It’s pitched for busy mornings, office kitchens, dorm rooms, and emergency kits: think rushed weekday breakfasts, quick road trips, or a storm-prep pantry where shelf-stable caffeine is valued. Brand positioning leans on global recognition and practicality—NESCAFÉ markets itself as heritage, reliable, and affordable, aimed at a broad adult audience who want a consistent, strong cup without brewing equipment. The label leans into simple trust cues (“100% real coffee,” “dark roast”) rather than health claims; there’s no kid-focused branding, no organic seal, and no prominent “natural” certification beyond the real-coffee statement. Processing context: the product is instant coffee—roasted beans that have been brewed and dehydrated into soluble granules—an industrial process that emphasizes convenience. Sensory details: dark-roast aroma hits first from the open jar, with fine to slightly granular instant particles that dissolve into hot water to yield a bold, slightly bitter cup; users commonly add milk, cream, or sugar and stir in a favorite mug or travel thermos. Rituals around it are pragmatic—spoon, hot water, stir—and culturally it's a comfortably familiar shortcut for Americans who want a strong, dependable brew without a coffee maker.

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

INSTANT, COFFEE.

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from roasted beans that are industrially brewed and dehydrated into instant granules, this product is processed for convenience but contains only coffee with no listed additives, placing it in NOVA group 3.

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Common Questions about NESCAFÉ CLÁSICO Instant Coffee, Dark Roast Coffee, 1 Jar (7 Oz)

When we talk about health, it really depends on what you're comparing it to! NESCAFÉ CLÁSICO is made from just instant coffee, so it's low in calories and sugar-free. If you're looking for a quick caffeine fix without added sugars or artificial ingredients, it fits the bill nicely!

Perfect For

back-to-school
storm-prep
road-trip

Vibe:

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