Liquor & Cocktails: Calories
Food | Serving | Calories | Serving | Calories |
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Absinthe (70%) | 100 ml | 443 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 133 cal |
Amaretto (28%) | 100 ml | 318 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 95 cal |
Baileys (17%) | 100 ml | 314 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 94 cal |
Blue Curacao (21%) | 100 ml | 243 cal | 1 portion (29.6 ml) | 72 cal |
Bourbon Whiskey (40%) | 100 ml | 248 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 74 cal |
Brandy (40%) | 100 ml | 305 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 92 cal |
Chambord (16.5%) | 100 ml | 234 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 70 cal |
Coffee Liqueur (16%) | 100 ml | 336 cal | 1 portion, large (100 ml) | 336 cal |
Cointreau (40%) | 100 ml | 336 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 101 cal |
Daiquiri | 100 ml | 186 cal | 1 glass (85 ml) | 158 cal |
Dark Rum (40%) | 100 ml | 231 cal | 1 glass (30 ml) | 69 cal |
Drambuie (40%) | 100 ml | 366 cal | 1 bottle, whole (700 ml) | 2562 cal |
Eggnog (20%) | 100 ml | 285 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 85 cal |
Frangelico (20%) | 100 ml | 211 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 63 cal |
Gin (37.5%) | 100 ml | 265 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 80 cal |
Gin Tonic | 100 ml | 66 cal | 1 glass (250 ml) | 165 cal |
Grand Marnier (40%) | 100 ml | 318 cal | 1 glass (20 ml) | 64 cal |
Jack Daniel's (35%) | 100 ml | 250 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 75 cal |
Jim Beam (40%) | 100 ml | 240 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 72 cal |
Jägermeister (35%) | 100 ml | 255 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 77 cal |
Kahlua (16%) | 100 ml | 245 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 74 cal |
Liquor, Cordial | 100 ml | 371 cal | 1 portion (86 ml) | 319 cal |
Pina Colada | 100 ml | 78 cal | 1 glass (240 ml) | 188 cal |
Rum (40%) | 100 ml | 234 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 70 cal |
Sambuca (40%) | 100 ml | 386 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 116 cal |
Scotch Whiskey (40%) | 100 ml | 231 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 69 cal |
Southern Comfort (35%) | 100 ml | 231 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 69 cal |
Tequila (40%) | 100 ml | 231 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 69 cal |
Tequila Sunrise | 100 ml | 110 cal | 1 glass (180 ml) | 198 cal |
Triple Sec (38%) | 100 ml | 371 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 111 cal |
Vodka (37.5%) | 100 ml | 234 cal | 1 glass, small (30 ml) | 70 cal |
Whiskey Sour | 100 ml | 149 cal | 1 glass (68 ml) | 101 cal |
Drink Types and Recommended Intake
Alcohol itself is made from some type of plant material. For example, sake is made from rice, beer is made from barley, and blue agave is used for tequila. The plant itself is processed in various ways, usually with yeast and, depending on the product, additives such as hops or berries will be included for depth. With so many creative and innovative ways to enhance and put a twist on some classic cocktails, it is a booming industry.
Nutritionally, alcohol does little to benefit the body and can have negative effects on your liver, heart and digestive system. It can also dehydrate you and can be quite high in calories.
So, what are some ways you can occasionally enjoy these beverages in a healthier way? Portion sizes and moderation are key. Dietary guidelines recommend no more than 2 alcoholic beverages a day for men and 1 alcohol beverage a day for women. This can help protect your liver and heart from the damaging effects of alcohol. It can also be helpful to include tonic water, natural fruit juices or soda water as a base for your drinks to reduce their alcoholic content. Clearer alcohols, such as vodka, gin or tequila, also tend to have fewer calories than darker ones.