Carob Drink
The authentic traditional drink with a much-loved earthy, caramel flavour: an extract of boiled carob pods. Carob is rich in fibre and natural sugars, caffeine-free, with a moderate glycemic index (≈40), and gives the stomach calm refreshment.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Have a small chilled glass as a healthier alternative to soft drinks and hot chocolate; carob gives a natural sense of sweetness and helps soothe the digestive system.
Best preparation methods
Slowly boil crushed carob pods in water to draw out their natural sweetness without burning them, avoid adding refined sugar, and drink it cold and well strained.
Important Nutritional Note
Carob pods contain tannins and pectin fibre that help soothe the stomach and can help with loose stools; note that commercial sugar-sweetened drinks lose this benefit and raise blood sugar.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (250 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 62 kcal | 155 kcal |
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 16 g | 40 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 15.3 g | 38.2 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.2 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0.7 g | 1.8 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Drinks with a glycemic index (9), it ranks 3 (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Carob Drink good for weight loss?
It can fit a balanced plan with portion control: a 250 g portion gives 155 kcal, and what matters most is your total daily intake and the rest of the meal.
How does Carob Drink affect blood sugar?
Its glycemic index is 40 (Low), a clinically reviewed estimate rather than a laboratory measurement. A typical 250 g portion has a glycemic load of 15.3 (Medium), so it is best combined with protein or fibre-rich vegetables.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Carob Drink?
A typical 250 g portion of Carob Drink provides about 155 kcal, 1 g protein, 40 g carbohydrate, 0.2 g fat and 1.8 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.