Chai
Processing Score
7.3Highly Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
1.5/10Poor
The processing score reflects 13 ingredients, including corn syrup, emulsifiers or gums and natural flavoring. The nutrition score reflects high sugar and saturated fat.
Nutrition Highlights
Little Or No Cholesterol Listed
Nutrient Alerts
High SugarHigh Saturated Fat
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
658564703983
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size28 g
Amount per serving
Calories
120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3g
4%
Saturated Fat 2g
10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 25mg
1%
Total Carbohydrate 21g
8%
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
Total Sugars 18g
Protein 1g
Calcium 50mg
4%
Iron 0mg
0%
Potassium 120mg
3%
* 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
13 listed · 5 flagged for reviewCANE SUGAR, COCONUT OIL, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, HONEY GRANULES, BLACK TEA POWDER (4%), VANILLA (2%), SODIUM CASEINATE (A MILK DERIVATIVE), NATURAL SPICE BLEND, NATURAL FLAVORS, GROUND CINNAMON, EMULSIFIER (MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES), STABILIZER (DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE), EMULSIFIER (SOY LECITHIN).
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Why Does This Score Highly Processed?
In our analysis, Chai scores Highly Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Corn-Based Sweeteners (Corn Syrup Solids): HFCS is a hallmark of ultra-processed foods.
- Natural Flavors (Black Tea Powder (4%), Vanilla (2%), Natural Flavors): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
- Processed Dairy Ingredients (Sodium Caseinate (A Milk Derivative)): Isolated proteins and modified ingredients indicate UPF.
- Other Additives (Emulsifier (Mono- And Diglycerides), Emulsifier (Soy Lecithin)): Miscellaneous additives generally indicate processing.
Within Drink Mixes, this product is more processed than about 30% of the 4,985 products we've analyzed.
Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.
What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Chai's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Cane Sugar, Honey Granules.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Coconut Oil.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
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About our scores and this content
Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
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