Alcohol Calorie Calculator
Uncover the "hidden" calories in your favorite drinks.
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The Truth About "Empty Calories" in Alcohol
Alcohol is often referred to as a source of empty calories. This means your body gets energy from the drink but almost no essential nutrients like fiber, vitamins, or minerals. In fact, alcohol is the second most energy-dense nutrient after fat, packing 7 calories per gram.
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How Alcohol Stalls Weight Loss
When you consume alcohol, your body prioritizes breaking it down over everything else. Why? Because unlike protein or carbs, your body has no place to store alcohol. This process, known as oxidative priority, effectively shuts down fat burning (lipolysis) for several hours after drinking.
Calorie Counts by Drink Type
Not all drinks are created equal. The caloric content usually comes from two sources: the ethanol itself and the residual sugars or mixers.
- Beer: Ranging from 95 calories (Light Beer) to 300+ calories (Heavy IPAs).
- Wine: Generally 120-150 calories per 5oz glass. Sweet dessert wines are significantly higher.
- Spirits: Pure spirits (Vodka, Gin, Whiskey) are about 100 calories per 1.5oz shot, but sugary mixers can triple that.
- Cocktails: A Long Island Iced Tea or Piña Colada can easily hit 500-700 calories.