Carbonated beverage, cream soda
FDC 173199fl oz (31 g)
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 3 · -26 vs Beverages medianCream soda scores 3 of 100 (Low band), ranking 52nd of 60 in Beverages, below the category's median of 29. It brings no standout vitamins or minerals to the table in this dataset, and at 51 calories per 100 grams its contribution is essentially carbohydrate in the form of sugar, with 13.3 grams of sugar per 100 grams.
It's served cold, straight from the can or bottle, in fluid-ounce pours of about 31 grams at a time. There's no fat, fiber, or protein in it, and sodium is modest at 12 milligrams per 100 grams, so the sugar and calorie count are the main things to watch. Ginger ale scores higher in the same Beverages category for anyone comparing carbonated options.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 51 kcal | 3% |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 13 g | 5% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 13 g | |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
| Potassium | 1 mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 5 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.05 mg | 0% |
| Magnesium | 1 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg | 0% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 16 kcal | 1% |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 3.7 mg | 0% |
| Carbohydrate | 4.1 g | 1% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 4.1 g | |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
| Potassium | 0.31 mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 1.6 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.02 mg | 0% |
| Magnesium | 0.31 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg | 0% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 173199Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the beverages median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Cream soda is a carbonated soft drink flavored with vanilla and a sweet, rounded caramel-like character meant to evoke cream without containing any dairy. It is typically served ice cold straight from the can or bottle, over ice, or as the base for a float with vanilla ice cream, where the carbonation and sweetness play against the cold, rich scoop. Some brands lean amber and vanilla-forward, while others use pink or clear coloring with a lighter fruitiness.
Cans and bottles keep well unopened at room temperature and should be refrigerated before serving for the best carbonation and flavor; once opened, it goes flat within a day or two even when recapped. At 51 calories and 13.3 grams of sugar per 100 grams, a fluid ounce serving is 31 grams, and cream soda is a sweetened treat drink to have occasionally rather than a routine beverage, particularly since it offers no protein, fiber, or fat.
Frequently asked questions about carbonated beverage
How many calories are in cream soda?
Cream soda has 51 calories per 100 grams, or about 16 calories per fluid ounce.
How do you serve cream soda?
It's best served cold, either straight from the bottle over ice or floated with vanilla ice cream.
Does cream soda contain dairy?
No, its cream-like flavor comes from vanilla and caramel-style flavoring rather than any actual dairy ingredient.