---
product_id: 538661939
title: "Traditional Malted Drink 500g"
brand: "horlicks"
price: "R678"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Horlicks"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/538661939-traditional-malted-drink-500g
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# No sweeteners or preservatives 9 essential nutrients + calcium Original malted milk formula Traditional Malted Drink 500g

**Brand:** horlicks
**Price:** R678
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🥛 Sip the legacy, fuel your day!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Traditional Malted Drink 500g by horlicks
- **How much does it cost?** R678 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/538661939-traditional-malted-drink-500g)

## Best For

- horlicks enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted horlicks brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Nutrient-Packed Boost:** Loaded with 9 vital nutrients including calcium to support your active, health-conscious lifestyle.
- • **Timeless Classic Taste:** Experience the authentic malted flavor that’s been cherished worldwide for generations.
- • **Pure & Natural Goodness:** Free from artificial sweeteners and preservatives—just wholesome nutrition in every cup.
- • **Trusted Global Favorite:** Join millions who rely on Horlicks for a delicious, nutrient-rich malted drink that never goes out of style.
- • **Effortless Nighttime Ritual:** Simply add milk for a comforting, nourishing drink that helps you unwind and recharge.

## Overview

Horlicks Traditional Malted Drink 500g is a nutrient-rich malted milk powder, free from sweeteners and preservatives, delivering 9 essential nutrients including calcium. This classic English formula is designed for adults seeking a wholesome, comforting beverage that blends tradition with natural health benefits.

## Description

Horlicks Malt drink mix is a popular night drink from England. Popular worldwide!

Review: loved it.. reminds me of old horlicks
Review: Great. Taste. Shame about end cost. Because of excise duties I ended up paying 37€!!

## Features

- The original malted milk drink, traditional just add milk
- Free from sweeteners
- Free from preservatives

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00E5XN8IY |
| Additives | 9 nutrients, calcium |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #38,166 in Grocery ( See Top 100 in Grocery ) #9 in Malted Drinks |
| Brand | Horlicks |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (566) |
| Date First Available | 30 April 2019 |
| Format | Powder |
| Item model number | 5000347028250 |
| Manufacturer | Horlicks |
| Package Information | Can |
| Product Dimensions | 7 x 7 x 18 cm; 400 g |
| Serving Recommendation | 3-4 heaped teaspoons (25 g) |
| Serving Size | 20 teaspoons |
| Special Feature | Natural, Nutrient-Rich |
| Storage Instructions | Store in a cool, dry place. |
| Units | 500.0 Grams |
| Weight | 500 Grams |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Horlicks
- **Flavour:** Original Malt
- **Item form:** Powder
- **Number of Items:** 1
- **Package information:** Box

## Images

![Traditional Malted Drink 500g - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51cjRBzpE9L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Are there artificial sweeteners in this product?  What is the sugar %age?**
A: if you look at the bottom 2 photos in the listing you can see that there are 9 g of sugar per serving and it lists sugar in the ingredient section but does not list any artificial sweeteners

**Q: I do not see how many calories are in a serving????**
A: Hi. Here is the nutritional data from the pack. They do make a "light" version as well.

Nutritional Data
Typical Values	per 25g serve in 200ml semi-skimmed milk	per 100g as sold
Energy, kJ/kcal	794 /188	1567 / 370
Fat, g	4.3	3.2
of which saturates, g	2.7	1.8
Carbohydrates, g	28.1	73.5
of which sugars, g	20.8	44.5
Fibre, g	1.0	3.9
Protein, g	9.5	9.3
Salt, g	0.5	1.3
% RI*	% RI
Vitamin A, µg	284 35	978 122
Vitamin D, µg	4.6 93	18.5 370
Vitamin E, mg	3.1 26	12.2 102
Vitamin C, mg	22.3 28	73.3 102
Thiamin (Vit B1), mg	0.4 45	1.7 155
Riboflavin (Vit B2), mg	0.5 71	2.0 139
Niacin, mg	5.5 36	22 138
Vitamin B6, mg	0.6 52	2.4 174
Folic Acid, µg	40 30	160 80
Vitamin B12, µg	2.2 88	1.2 49
Biotin, µg	52.2 104	184 368
Pantothenic acid (Vit B5), mg	3.2 54	7.3 122
Calcium, mg	725 91	1910 239
Iron, mg	2.7 19	10.5 75
Zinc, mg	3.6 36	11.2 112
*RI = Reference Intake

**Q: What does it taste like?**
A: Like a vanilla horlicks malted milk tablets  
- oh why can't I find the tablets?

**Q: Where is this made?**
A: India

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***A on 11 November 2025*

loved it.. reminds me of old horlicks

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by E***7 on 5 January 2026*

Great. Taste. Shame about end cost. Because of excise duties I ended up paying 37€!!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by B***A on 22 May 2025*

Ottimo per le giornate fredde e umide, che ci sono spesso in UK. Né troppo dolce né poco saporito. Fa gola.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Horlicks Original Malt Beverage Mix England, 400 Gram Packages
- Horlicks - Chocolate 500g
- Horlicks Original Classic Malt Plain, 500 Gram

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-02-14*