Calories in Beer, Wine and Cocktails (Chart)
A 12 oz regular beer has about 150 kcal; 5 oz of wine about 120–125. Compare light beer, craft beer, wine, spirits and popular cocktails.
By Ayoub Farid · · 2 min read
Quick answer: a 12 oz (355 ml) regular beer has about 150 calories, light beer about 100, and a 5 oz (150 ml) glass of wine about 120–125. Cocktails range widely, from about 100 to over 400 kcal.
Beer calories
| Beer (12 oz / 355 ml) | Approx. calories |
|---|---|
| Light beer | ~95–110 |
| Regular lager | ~145–155 |
| IPA | ~180–250 |
| Craft double IPA / imperial stout | ~250–350+ |
| Non-alcoholic beer | ~50–90 |
A pint (16 oz / 473 ml) is a third bigger than a 12 oz can.
Wine calories (5 oz / 150 ml glass)
| Wine | Approx. calories |
|---|---|
| Dry white | ~120 |
| Red | ~125 |
| Rosé | ~120–125 |
| Prosecco / Champagne (4 oz flute) | ~90 |
| Sweet dessert wine (3.5 oz) | ~160+ |
Restaurant pours are often 6–9 oz, so a "glass" can be 150–220 kcal.
Spirits and cocktails
| Drink | Approx. calories |
|---|---|
| Vodka, gin, rum, whiskey, 1.5 oz (80 proof) | ~95–100 |
| Vodka soda | ~100 |
| Gin and tonic | ~170–200 |
| Rum and cola | ~180–200 |
| Margarita | ~200–300+ |
| Piña colada | ~300–500 |
| Mojito | ~170–250 |
Why alcohol calories add up
Alcohol has about 7 kcal per gram and doesn't fill you up. It also tends to lower willpower around food. A night of four pints and snacks can add 1,000+ kcal.
Lower-calorie choices
- Light beer or a spritzer (wine + soda water).
- Spirits with soda water or diet mixers.
- Alternate each drink with water.
- Decide your number of drinks in advance.
Thinking of a break? See Dry January calories.
A night out, two ways
| Night | Approx. calories |
|---|---|
| 4 pints of IPA + loaded fries | ~1,600–1,900 |
| 2 light beers + 2 soda waters + shared appetizer | ~450–600 |
Hangover snacks count too
Late-night food after drinking often adds more calories than the drinks themselves. Plan a high-protein meal before going out so you're not starving later.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in a pint of beer?
About 200 calories for a regular lager, and 250–330+ for many craft beers.
Does red wine have more calories than white?
Slightly, but the difference is small; serving size matters more.
What's the lowest-calorie alcoholic drink?
Spirits with soda water, light beer, or a wine spritzer.
Does alcohol stop weight loss?
Not by itself, but its calories and its effect on eating can slow progress.
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