Espresso vs. Hot chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between espresso and hot chocolate
- Espresso has more vitamin B3 and magnesium; however, hot chocolate is higher in vitamin B12, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin D, vitamin B5, copper, and zinc.
- Espresso covers your daily vitamin B3 needs 32% more than hot chocolate.
- Hot chocolate contains 3 times less magnesium than espresso. Espresso contains 80mg of magnesium, while hot chocolate contains 23mg.
- Espresso has less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of hot chocolate is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Beverages, coffee, brewed, espresso, restaurant-prepared and Milk, chocolate beverage, hot cocoa, homemade.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +247.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -68.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +284.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +5600% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +71.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +223.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +106% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1160% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1400% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +3815% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +3800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1071.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +100% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +400% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +500% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0.18 g
Carbs:
1.67 g
Water:
97.8 g
Other:
0.23 g
Protein:
3.52 g
Fats:
2.34 g
Carbs:
10.74 g
Water:
82.45 g
Other:
0.95 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +18.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2833.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1200% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +543.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +313% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.092 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.092 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.431 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.677 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.084 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -93.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~0.084g
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Caffeine | 212mg | 2mg | 53% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.207mg | 0.133mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.49µg | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 7mg | 105mg | 14% |
| Magnesium | 80mg | 23mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 114mg | 11% |
| Protein | 0.12g | 3.52g | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.028mg | 0.328mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 45IU | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 51µg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.05mg | 0.103mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.092g | 1.431g | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 1.1µg | 6% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 2.7µg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.05mg | 0.63mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.13mg | 0.42mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1g | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.002mg | 0.04mg | 3% |
| Calories | 9kcal | 77kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.001mg | 0.039mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 8mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 1.67g | 10.74g | 3% |
| Fats | 0.18g | 2.34g | 3% |
| Potassium | 115mg | 197mg | 2% |
| Choline | 2.6mg | 15.6mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.05mg | 0.013mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.677g | 2% |
| Folate | 1µg | 5µg | 1% |
| Sodium | 14mg | 44mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.67g | 9.74g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 9.66g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.01mg | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.177mg | 0.182mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0.2µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.078g | N/A |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.092g | 0.084g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.037mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.095mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.169mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.305mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.215mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.076mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.201mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.01g | 0% |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hot chocolate is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Hot chocolate is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Hot chocolate is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Espresso is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Espresso is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.66g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Espresso contains less Sodium (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Espresso is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.339g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Espresso is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)