The Straight Answer Right Up Front There is no such thing as vodka with no calories – even the purest, 100%‑grain vodka packs roughly 64 calories per one‑ounce (30 ml) serving, because ethanol itself contains energy. Imagine a sleek, chilled shot glass sliding across a polished bar top, the condensation beading on the glass, the faint […]
The Straight Answer: A Standard 1‑oz Vodka Shot Packs About 64 Calories Yes, you read that right—most 1‑ounce (30 ml) shots of 80‑proof vodka contain roughly 64 calories. That number holds true for the majority of unflavored, clear vodkas you’ll find on a shelf, and it’s the figure you should use when you’re tallying your nightly […]
The Quick Answer: Calories for Vodka Tonic A standard 1.5 oz (45 ml) pour of 80‑proof vodka mixed with 4 oz (120 ml) of regular tonic water contains roughly 120 calories. Swap the regular tonic for a diet version and you’re looking at about 70 calories. That simple math changes the whole conversation about whether a vodka tonic can […]
Opening: The Numbers Behind the Sip You’re at a rooftop bar, the sun is dipping behind the skyline, and the bartender slides a perfectly chilled margarita across the marble. You take a sip, savor the lime, and then—without thinking—wonder how many calories you just consumed. The answer is: a typical margarita clocks in at about […]