Barleycup
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Barleycup is an instant cereal drink, available in the United Kingdom. Barleycup was manufactured by the British company Ridpath Pek Ltd., until it was acquired in 2004 by the American firm Smithfield Foods Inc. and merged with Norwich Food Company Ltd. to form Smithfield Foods Ltd. UK.
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[edit] Ingredients
Barleycup comes in both powder and granule form, and is comprised of soluble solids of roasted barley, rye and chicory. It is commonly found in health food shops, because it is:
- Suitable for diabetics
- Caffeine-free
- Dairy-free
- Less than 5% fat
- Lactose-free
- Vegan
- Wheat-free
- Yeast-free
[edit] Directions
Put one teaspoonful of Barleycup into a cup and add boiling water. Milk, sugar or honey can then be added to taste. The drink can also be served cold.
[edit] Nutritional information
| Nutritional information per 100g | |
|---|---|
| Energy | 1037kJ / 244kcal |
| Protein | 5.3g |
| Carbohydrate | 55.6g |
| Fat | trace |
