Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz) Calories & Nutrition
Beverages · KFC Menu Item
Item Overview
Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz) is a beverages option on the KFC menu with 282 calories, 1.9g protein, 68.5g carbs, and 0.3g fat per listed serving.
Based on macro profile, this item is a higher-sugar and moderate-sodium choice. It delivers around 0.7g protein per 100 calories.
Calories per serving
14% of 2,000 kcal daily goal
Macronutrient breakdown
- Protein1.9g3%
- Fat0.3g1%
- Carbs68.5g96%
Protein
1.9g
4% DV
Total Fat
0.3g
0% DV
Carbohydrates
68.5g
25% DV
Full Nutrition Facts
% Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet
| Calories | 282 kcal14% DV |
| Total Fat | 0.3 g0% DV |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g2% DV |
| Total Carbohydrates | 68.5 g25% DV |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g4% DV |
| Sugars | 69 g |
| Protein | 1.9 g4% DV |
| Sodium | 35.5 mg2% DV |
What the Calories Are Made Of
Of the 282 calories in Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz), approximately 1% come from fat (0g × 9 kcal/g = 3 kcal), 96% from carbohydrates (69g × 4 kcal/g = 274 kcal), and 3% from protein (2g × 4 kcal/g = 8 kcal).
This makes Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz) a carb-forward item — the majority of its calories come from carbohydrates. The macro donut chart above shows this split visually.
How It Compares
Compared with Colonel's Teas - Select a flavor and size: Sweet Tea (20 fl oz), Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz) has about 1% more calories. Protein is 1.9g vs 0g, and carbs are 68.5g vs 73g.
Best choice if you want a fuller, more calorie-dense menu option.
Where It Ranks in Beverages
Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz) ranks 21st out of 115 items in the Beverages category by calorie count. It has more calories than 94 items in this category and fewer than 20.
The lowest-calorie option in this category is Colonel's Teas - Select a flavor and size: Unsweet Tea (12 fl oz) at 0 kcal. The highest-calorie option is Colonel's Teas - Select a flavor and size: Sweet Tea (64 fl oz) at 910 kcal. The Beverages category averages 171 kcal.
How Long to Burn Off Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz)
At 282 calories, here is roughly how long common activities would take to burn this off, based on a 70 kg (154 lb) person at moderate intensity.
Walking
1 hr 21 min
Running
40 min
Cycling
51 min
Swimming
43 min
Burn estimates are approximate and vary with body weight, fitness level, and exact pace.
Ingredient And Allergen Note
Ingredient composition and allergens can vary by restaurant and customization choices. Use this nutrition page as planning guidance, then confirm allergens and preparation details at checkout.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz)?
Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz) contains about 282 calories per listed serving.
Is Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz) high in protein?
Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz) provides 1.9g of protein and around 0.7g protein per 100 calories.
How much sodium is in Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz)?
Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz) contains 36mg of sodium per serving — about 2% of the 2300mg recommended daily limit. This is high for a single item; nutrition guidance generally suggests keeping individual meals under 600–800mg of sodium when possible.
What are the carbs in Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz)?
Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz) has 69g of total carbohydrates, which is about 25% of the 275g recommended daily intake. It contains 1.2g of dietary fiber per serving.
Is Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz) high in saturated fat?
Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz) contains 0g of saturated fat per serving — 2% of the recommended 20g daily limit. This is moderate relative to other fried KFC items but worth accounting for if you are managing saturated fat intake.
Is Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz) suitable for a low-calorie diet?
At 282 calories, Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz) accounts for about 14% of a standard 2000-calorie daily goal. That's a substantial share for a single item — most low-calorie meal plans target 400–500 calories per meal. If you're aiming for lighter options, the KFC Calories Calculator can help you find alternatives and track your full meal total.
How many calories are in a KFC Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz)?
A KFC Fountain Beverages (16 fl oz) - Beverages (16 fl oz): Southern Iced Tea (16 fl oz) has 282 calories per serving. The exact value can vary slightly by location and preparation, but 282 kcal is the standard reference value from KFC's published nutrition data. This covers all standard components as listed in KFC's published nutrition data.
% Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA reference values). Actual nutritional needs may vary.