KFC Classic Lemonade: nutrition and allergens
KFC lists the Classic Lemonade in 2 sizes, from 140 calories (20 fl oz, 20 fl oz) to 880 calories (1/2 Gallon, 0.5 gallon). The 20 fl oz has 0 g fat, 39 g carbohydrate, 0 g protein and 130 mg sodium per serving (20 fl oz).
Nutrition facts
| Per serving | 20 fl oz | 1/2 Gallon |
|---|---|---|
| Serving size | 20 fl oz | 0.5 gallon |
| Calories | 140 | 880 |
| Total fat (g) | 0 0% | 0 0% |
| Saturated fat (g) | 0 0% | 0 0% |
| Trans fat (g) | 0 | 0 |
| Cholesterol (mg) | 0 0% | 0 0% |
| Sodium (mg) | 130 6% | 780 34% |
| Total carbohydrate (g) | 39 14% | 234 85% |
| Dietary fiber (g) | 0 0% | 0 0% |
| Total sugars (g) | 38 | 228 |
| Protein (g) | 0 0% | 0 0% |
Percentages are the share of the FDA Daily Value for adults and children 4 and over, worked out from KFC’s published amounts (how % Daily Value works). A dash means KFC does not publish that value for this size. Not published for this item: added sugars.
Using the FDA’s rule of thumb that 5% of the Daily Value or less per serving is low and 20% or more is high, the 20 fl oz size is low in fat, saturated fat, cholesterol, dietary fiber and protein. Add it up with other items in the KFC nutrition calculator.
KFC lists 0 g added sugars for every size of this item although it lists 38 to 228 g total sugars; this site leaves added sugars out.
Allergens
KFC’s allergen information lists none of the allergens it reports for the Classic Lemonade.
| Milk | Not listed |
|---|---|
| Egg | Not listed |
| Fish | Not listed |
| Crustacean shellfish | Not listed |
| Tree nuts | Not listed |
| Peanuts | Not listed |
| Wheat | Not listed |
| Soy | Not listed |
| Sesame | Not listed |
| Gluten | Not listed |
KFC says its kitchens handle egg, milk, soy, wheat and other allergens, items can be prepared on shared equipment, and it cannot rule out cross-contact. In some restaurants fish, chicken and potatoes may share fryer oil. Several items contain or are cooked in highly refined soybean oil, which the FDA does not treat as an allergen. KFC does not use peanuts or tree nuts, but says the Café Valley chocolate chip and lemon cakes may contain traces of tree nuts. Vegetarian ingredients are handled alongside meat. Allergen data reflects standard recipes and may vary with suppliers, substitutions and recipe changes. MSG is reported alongside the allergens.
Ingredients
High Fructose Corn Syrup, Water, Lemon Juice Concentrate, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Gum Arabic, Sodium Benzoate (preserves freshness), Glycerol Ester of Rosin, Natural Flavor, Potassium Sorbate (preserves freshness), Calcium Disodium ETDA (to protect flavor), Yellow 5
Other items in Beverages at KFC
By calories (20 fl oz), the Classic Lemonade ranks 14 of 27 in KFC’s Beverages section, from lowest to highest. The table shows the 9 items nearest to it; each item is compared at its first listed size.
| Item | Calories |
|---|---|
| Lipton Brisk Raspberry Tea12 fl oz | 80 |
| Lipton Brisk Sweet Iced Tea12 fl oz | 80 |
| MNT DEW Sweet Lightning | 120 |
| 7UP12 fl oz | 140 |
| Classic Lemonade20 fl oz | 140 |
| Dr Pepper12 fl oz | 140 |
| Mug Root Beer12 fl oz | 140 |
| Pepsi12 fl oz | 150 |
| Starry12 fl oz | 150 |
Nutrition for all 27 items in Beverages at KFC
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Lemonade at other chains
KFC is one of 20 chains on this site that sell lemonade. Of the 41 at other chains, 13 have fewer calories and 28 have the same or more than the Classic Lemonade (20 fl oz), comparing each at its first listed size; portions differ, so check the serving on each item’s page.
| Item | Calories |
|---|---|
| Panda Express Minute Maid Light LemonadeKids | 5 |
| Wendy's Minute Maid Light LemonadeSmall | 10 |
| Panera Bread Tropicana Light Lemonade20 fl oz | 10 |
| Whataburger Minute Maid Light LemonadeKid's | 10 |
| Chick-fil-A Diet LemonadeSmall | 40 |
| Taco Bell Tropicana Original Lemonade16 oz | 70 |
| Starbucks LemonadeKids | 80 |
| Sonic All-Natural LemonadeWacky Pack! | 100 |
Compare all lemonade side by side (42 items at 20 chains)
Sources
- 1 KFC, KFC Full Nutrition Guide, nutrition menu (served by Nutritionix, linked from kfc.com) Covers nutrition, menu and ingredients · Last updated 10/02/2026 · Checked 8 Oct 2026
- 2 KFC, KFC Food Allergies & Sensitivities, allergen menu (served by Nutritionix, linked from kfc.com) Covers allergens · Last updated 10/02/2026 · Checked 8 Oct 2026
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