How many calories are in your drink? This free alcohol calorie calculator estimates calories from volume and ABV — beer, wine, spirits or cocktails — plus any added carbs, with handy drink presets.
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Pure alcohol has about 7 calories per gram. Beer, wine and cocktails often add carbs/sugar on top — enter those if you know them for a fuller picture.
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An estimate for general awareness. Alcohol calories add up quickly and offer little nutrition. For your health, follow national low-risk drinking guidelines and never drink and drive.
Use this free alcohol calorie calculator to estimate the calories in a drink. Enter the volume and ABV (and any added carbs), and it works out the calories from alcohol and the total.
What this alcohol calorie calculator shows you
An alcohol calorie calculator estimates a drink’s calories from its volume and alcohol strength (ABV). Pure alcohol has about 7 calories per gram — nearly as much as fat — and beer, wine and cocktails often add more from carbs and sugar.
A 355 ml beer at 5% contains about 14 g of alcohol — roughly 98 calories from alcohol alone, more once you count the carbs.
Calories in common drinks (from alcohol)
Drink
Approx. calories
Beer (355 ml, 5%)
~100 kcal (alcohol) + carbs
Wine (175 ml, 13%)
~125 kcal
Spirit shot (44 ml, 40%)
~97 kcal
Pint (568 ml, 4.5%)
~140 kcal + carbs
Mixers, sugar and cream-based liqueurs can add a lot on top, so cocktails are often much higher.
How to use the alcohol calorie calculator
Use a quick-fill button or enter the volume and ABV.
Add any carbs/sugar per drink if you know them.
Set the number of drinks.
Read the calories, split into alcohol and carbs.
Why alcohol calories matter
Alcohol calories are often called “empty” — they provide energy but little nutrition, and they add up fast over an evening. Being aware of them helps with overall calorie goals. For your health, follow national low-risk drinking guidelines.
Alcohol Calorie FAQ
How many calories are in alcohol?
Pure alcohol has about 7 calories per gram. A 355 ml beer at 5% has roughly 98 calories from alcohol, a 175 ml glass of wine about 125, and a single spirit shot around 97 — before any mixers.
How do I calculate calories in a drink?
Multiply the volume by the ABV and by 0.789 to get grams of alcohol, then by 7 for calories. Add carb calories (carbs × 4) for sweeter drinks. This calculator does it for you.
How many calories in a glass of wine?
About 125 calories for a 175 ml glass at 13% ABV, rising with larger glasses or higher strength. Sweet wines add more from sugar.
Why are alcohol calories called “empty”?
Because alcohol provides energy but almost no useful nutrients. The calories still count toward your daily total, even though they don’t nourish you.
Do mixers and cocktails add a lot of calories?
Yes. Sugary mixers, syrups and cream-based liqueurs can add many calories on top of the alcohol, so cocktails are often far higher than a plain spirit.
Is the alcohol calorie calculator free?
Yes, this alcohol calorie calculator is completely free, needs no sign-up, and gives instant results in your browser. Please drink responsibly.
