how many calories in a shot of vodka?

How Many Calories Are in That Vodka Shot? 

A standard shot of vodka is 96 calories. If you’re looking for a lower calorie alcoholic beverage, vodka is a good choice with 96 calories per 1.5 oz. Since all of those calories come from the alcohol itself (7 calories  per .035 oz) the higher the proof, the more calories per oz. Just as a point of reference, vodka has 7 calories/gram, compared with 9 calories/gram for fats, and 4 calories/gram for carbohydrates or proteins. 

Drinking vodka straight-up, on the rocks, with sparkling water, or a diet mixer, will cost you approximately 100 calories per drink. But beware, the calorie count can quickly add up in cocktails with sugary ingredients, liqueurs, and other spirits.


What is The Nutrient Profile of Vodka?   

There are no carbohydrates in vodka, making it a better choice than wine or beer if you are on a Paleo or Keto diet. But, vodka is 97% pure alcohol so it is void of all other nutrients as well.

How Many Calories Are In A Vodka Martini? 

A classic Vodka Martini, using 80 proof vodka, contains approximately 267 calories.

  • 2 1/2 ounces gin or vodka

  • 1/2 ounce dry vermouth

  • Ice

  • Lemon peel or olives for garnish


How Many Calories Are in A Vodka Cranberry?

A Vodka Cranberry made with 1.5 oz of vodka and 5 oz of Ocean Spray 100% cranberry juice is 184 calories. If you use 1 oz of vodka, then your vodka cranberry is 152 calories.

How Many Calories Are in A Vodka Soda? 

Since soda has zero calories, all the calories in a Vodka Soda come from the vodka itself. With 1.5 oz of vodka, your vodka soda will be 96 calories and with 1 oz of vodka only 64 calories. 

How Many Calories Are in A Vodka Redbull?

If you like your Vodka Redbull with a full can of Redbull and 1.5 oz of vodka, then the calorie count is 212. With a 3:1 ratio of Redbull to vodka, a common serve, your drink would be only 126 calories.

How Many Calories Are in A Vodka Tonic?

A Vodka Tonic made with 1.5 oz of vodka and 5 oz of tonic is 152 calories. 

How Many Calories Are in A Vodka Sprite?

A Vodka Sprite made with 1.5 oz of vodka and 5 oz of Sprite is 154 calories.



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