Why is Typ Cappuccino classic classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

Because it is a powdered drink mix made from refined sugars, dairy powders and several food‑grade additives, it falls into the NOVA 4 ultra‑processed category; the label lists potassium phosphate (E340) as a stabiliser, potassium carbonate (E501) as an acidity regulator, and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono‑ and diglycerides (E472e) as an emulsifier, along with sweet whey and skimmed milk powders, glucose syrup, coconut fat and salt.

How does the high sugar content in Typ Cappuccino classic affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The product’s high sugar level (approximately 25–37 g per 100 g) can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for people managing diabetes, while its low salt content has little direct impact on hypertension but the overall high carbohydrate load may indirectly influence blood‑pressure control.

Is the milk protein in Typ Cappuccino classic a concern for individuals with lactose intolerance or milk allergy?

Yes, the formulation contains sweet whey powder and skimmed milk powder, both dairy proteins, and the product is labelled with a milk allergen, so it should be avoided by anyone with a milk allergy or lactose intolerance.

Deutsche Extrakt Kaffee,REWE,ja! • 200 g

Typ Cappuccino classic

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Product Insights

Typ Cappuccino classic is a 200 g pack of instant cappuccino powder sold under the Deutsche Extrakt Kaffee and REWE brands, intended for quick preparation as a hot milk‑coffee beverage. It is classified as an ultra‑processed product (NOVA 4) with a Nutri‑Score of E, contains roughly 25 % added sugar plus glucose syrup, has low fat and salt levels, and includes dairy ingredients such as sweet whey powder and skimmed milk powder, making it high in sugar and a source of milk protein. According to its PNNS classification it belongs to the coffee‑with‑milk beverage group, and the presence of milk allergens means it is unsuitable for those with lactose intolerance or milk allergy.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal41 kcal

Fat0.8 g

Saturated Fat0.7 g

Carbohydrates7.3 g

Sugars5.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average instant coffee beverage, this cappuccino powder contains roughly 37 g of sugar per 100 g, about three to four times the category average of 9.7 g, while its fat and salt levels are well below the typical 1.9 g of fat and 0.26 g of salt.

Ingredients

Süßmolkenpulver, Zucker, Glukosesirup, löslicher Bohnenkaffee¹ 14%, Kokosfett, Magermilchpulver 5,6%, Molkenpermeatpulver, Speisesalz, Stabilisator (Kaliumphosphate),Säureregulator (Kaliumcarbonate), Emulgator (Diacetylweinsäureester von Mono - und Diglyceriden von Speisefettsäuren), Maltodextrin.

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