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Is Cafe Bustelo Cafe Con Leche Instant Coffee Beverage Mix healthy?

Cafe Con Leche Instant Coffee Beverage Mix

Beverages · Updated 2026-10-17

Longevity Score

38/100

Food Integrity Score

12/100

Consider Avoiding

At least one major score is weak enough that many people will want a clearer alternative for regular use.

Quick answer

Consider Avoiding

Cafe Bustelo cafe con leche instant coffee beverage mix is rated consider avoiding overall, with a Longevity Score of 38 out of 100 and a Food Integrity Score of 12 out of 100. Highly processed instant mix with refined carbs, hydrogenated coconut oil, artificial sweetener, and color; limited whole-food content. Strengths include small per-serving calorie load, low fiber but minimal protein contribution, and real coffee and milk-derived whey, while main considerations include hydrogenated coconut oil and multiple additives, sucralose and artificial color and flavor, and sugar, corn syrup solids, and maltodextrin add refined carbs.

Longevity Score 38/100Food Integrity Score 12/100

What helped the score?

  • Small per-serving calorie load
  • Low fiber but minimal protein contribution
  • Contains real coffee and milk-derived whey

What held the score back?

  • Hydrogenated coconut oil and multiple additives
  • Contains sucralose and artificial color and flavor
  • Sugar, corn syrup solids, and maltodextrin add refined carbs

Ingredients

Ingredient list

MALTODEXTRIN, HYDROGENATED COCONUT OIL, INSTANT COFFEE, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, SUGAR, WHEY, SODIUM CASEINATE, SALT, DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, SILICON DIOXIDE (ANTICAKING AGENT), CELLULOSE GUM, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM SILICOALUMINATE, SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, SOY LECITHIN, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, SUCRALOSE (NON NUTRITIVE SWEETENER), ARTIFICIAL COLOR.

Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.

Key nutrition

Per serving: 17 g (1 packet (makes 8 fl oz))

  • Calories804% DV
  • Protein1g2% DV
  • Total Carbs11g4% DV
  • Fiber0g0% DV
  • Total Fat3.5g4% DV
  • Saturated Fat3.5g18% DV
Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details

Product facts

Product
Cafe Bustelo Cafe Con Leche Instant Coffee Beverage Mix
Category
Beverages (source: Coffee)
GTIN / UPC
00074471213337
Serving size
17 g (1 packet (makes 8 fl oz))
Source data — ingredients
Ingredient list from product label data (see Sources)
Healthy Food Guide analysis
Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards. See methodology under Sources.
Data last verified

How this product may fit different goals

The same food can look different depending on what matters most to you. Here is a general preview of how this product may align with several common goals.

  • Low-Spike Stability

    Mixed

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.

    A tradeoff: Low fiber (0g)

    This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.

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  • Heart-Healthy Eating

    Watch-outs

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "hydrogenated", "coconut oil". See ingredients for details.)

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  • GLP-1 Eating Support

    Watch-outs

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Lower protein (1g)

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  • Low Sugar Lifestyle

    Mixed

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.

    A tradeoff: Sweetener signals (Sucralose (non-nutritive), Sugar)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • Appetite & Portion Awareness

    Supportive

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.

    A supportive signal: Modest calories per serving (80 kcal)

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  • Workout Recovery

    Watch-outs

    Athletic Performance

    For someone prioritizing Workout Recovery, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Lower protein (1g)

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Common questions about this product

Is Cafe Bustelo Cafe Con Leche Instant Coffee Beverage Mix highly processed?

Food Integrity lists processing level as Ultra-processed. That reflects formulation and processing signals from the ingredient analysis — not a medical or regulatory classification.

Why are the Longevity and Food Integrity scores different?

Longevity emphasizes nutrition per serving and longer-term dietary alignment. Food Integrity emphasizes ingredients, additives, processing, and label transparency. The same product can score differently on those lenses.

How much fiber is in one serving?

Cafe Bustelo Cafe Con Leche Instant Coffee Beverage Mix shows about 0g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.

Does it contain added sugar?

Cafe Bustelo Cafe Con Leche Instant Coffee Beverage Mix: 3g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include Sucralose (non-nutritive), Sugar. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.

What helped the Longevity Score?

Key positives called out in the analysis include: Small per-serving calorie load; Low fiber but minimal protein contribution; Contains real coffee and milk-derived whey.

What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?

Key concerns noted include: Hydrogenated coconut oil and multiple additives; Contains sucralose and artificial color and flavor; Sugar, corn syrup solids, and maltodextrin add refined carbs.

Who might evaluate this product differently?

People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same beverages differently. Use the goal preview on this page, then personalize in KarbCoach for your priorities.

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Source data and Healthy Food Guide analysis

  1. Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
  2. Healthy Food Guide analysis (Longevity and Food Integrity) — Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards.
  3. How the Longevity Score is calculated
  4. How the Food Integrity Score is calculated
  5. Scoring models: KarbCoach Longevity and Food Integrity.
  6. Independent analysis. No manufacturer affiliation.
  7. Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions. Full sources and safety details.
Label accuracy and safety information

Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions.

Sources, citations & safety

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