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How Many Kcal In Whiskey?

Whiskey contains approximately 56–61 kcal per 25ml (UK shot) and around 97 kcal per 1.5 oz (U.S. shot), with all calories coming from alcohol as it contains no carbs, sugars, or fats.
  • Beth Squires is a passionate whisk(e)y enthusiast, writer, and serves as the Deputy Editor at The Whiskey Wash. She is also a current mentee on the OurWhisky Foundation's Atonia Programme.
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Whiskey contains approximately 56–61 kcal per 25ml (UK shot), around 97 kcal per 1.5 oz (U.S. shot), and roughly 1,568 kcal per 750ml bottle at 40% ABV.

The kcal in whiskey comes entirely from alcohol, as it contains no carbs, sugars, or fats.

Higher ABV whiskies, such as cask strength expressions between 48–57%, have proportionally more calories.

To keep the calorie count low, drink whiskey neat, with water, or with soda.

Beth Squires

Beth Squires joined Mark Littler Ltd full-time in October 2020 after completing her university degree in English Literature. Since then, she has acquired extensive knowledge about all aspects of whisk(e)y and now holds the position of Deputy Editor at The Whiskey Wash. Beth is passionate about history, industry innovation, marketing, and sustainability. With a special fondness for independently bottled rare scotch, Beth also serves as a whisky bottle investment specialist. Additionally, she is a mentee currently enrolled in the OurWhisky Foundation's Atonia Programme.

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