How Do You Calculate Calories In Mixed Drinks?
Counting calories is a must, although it can be difficult when you’re out having a drink. The best way to keep track of your calories is to limit yourself to specific drinks that you know the ingredients for. The key to calculating calories in mixed drinks is to understand the basic calorie count for both liquors and mixers. Evaluate the calorie count of the liquor in your drink by understanding its proof, or alcohol content. A single 1 1/2 oz. serving of 80-proof whiskey, vodka, rum or gin contains approximately 97 calories, while 90-proof contains approximately 110 calories and 100-proof contains approximately 125 calories. Realize that calorie counts of other liquors vary widely because of both proof and ingredients, such as sugar or dairy ingredients. A cordial can have as few as 20 calories per 1 1/2 oz. serving, while a sweet liquor, such as crème de menthe, can have nearly 200 calories per serving. Ask the bartender how much liquor is in the drink you order as well as the proof.
