Calories in Vodka: Understanding the Nutritional Profile

Vodka is a versatile spirit that serves as a foundation base for a wide range of popular cocktails. Knowing how many calories are in vodka can help you understand how many you’re consuming and make informed drinking choices.

Find out the number of calories in a standard shot of vodka and in a bottle of vodka. We’ll also explore factors that can influence the caloric content in vodka-based drinks. Read on to discover the caloric content in standard vodka with Absolut.

Understanding Calories in Alcoholic Beverages

Calories measure the amount of energy you get from food and drink. Caloric content in food and drink is often displayed on item packaging as ‘kcal’ or ‘kilojoules’ (kJ).  

The number of calories in alcoholic drinks such as vodka mainly derive from ethanol (the alcohol). A single gram of ethanol contains 7 calories.  

There are a wide range of factors, however, that can influence the exact number of calories in alcoholic beverages. These include: 

• The fermentation process 
• The distillation process 
• Mixers 
• The alcohol concentration. 

Caloric Content in Standard Vodka

The following information is based on plain vodka.

A standard serving of 80 proof (40%) vodka (1.5-oz) contains 97 calories.

The exact caloric content in a standard serving of vodka, however, can vary depending on how concentrated the alcohol is. The proof refers to the amount of alcohol in the liquor. The higher the proof, the more calories it contains.

The ABV measures alcohol as a percentage and is half of the proof.

For example:

• A 100 proof (50% ABV) 1.5-oz shot of vodka contains 124 calories.
• A 70 proof (35%) ABV 1.5-oz shot of vodka contains 85 calories.

Calories in Vodka by Serving Size

Calories in a Standard Shot of Vodka (1.5 oz/44 ml)

A standard (1.5-oz) shot of 80 proof (40% ABV) vodka contains around 97 calories.  

Calories in Two Ounces of Vodka

Two ounces of 80 proof (40% ABV) vodka contains around 128 calories.

Calories in a Bottle of Vodka

There are around 1,657 calories in a standard 750 ml (25.4 oz) bottle of 80 proof (40% ABV) vodka.

The caloric content of a bottle of vodka can, however, vary depending on the size and strength.

For example:

• A 1 L bottle (33.8 oz) of 80 proof (40% ABV) vodka contains around 2,210 calories.
• A 1.75 L (59.2 oz) bottle of 80 proof (40% ABV) vodka contains around 3,867 calories.

Calories in Flavored Vodkas

You might think that flavored vodka contains more calories than regular vodka. But the truth is, many flavored vodkas contain the same number of calories as regular versions. The reason for this is because they are often infused with natural or artificial flavorings.

For example:

• A single 1.5-oz serving of Absolut Vanilia Vodka 80 proof (40% ABV) contains around 98 calories.
• A single 1.5-oz serving of Absolut Vodka 80 proof (40% ABV) contains around 98 calories.

Of course, the percentage of alcohol can also affect the caloric content of flavored vodka. This means flavored vodkas with a lower proof/ABV than regular vodka can sometimes contain fewer calories.

For example:

• Absolut Mango 76 proof (38% ABV) contains 210 calories per 100 ml.
• Absolut Vodka 80 proof (40% ABV) contains 221 calories per 100 ml.

Sugars that are added after the fermentation and distilling process can, however, increase the calories in flavored vodka.

How Mixers Affect Total Caloric Content

Mixing vodka with fruit juice, soda and other sugary drinks can increase the overall caloric profile. In fact, mixers often make up more of the calories in popular vodka-based beverages than the vodka itself.

For example, there are around 150 to 200 calories in vodka lemonade made with 2 oz vodka and 4 oz lemonade. Of course, the exact calorie count can vary depending on the type and amount of lemonade used.

Let’s explore the caloric content of some other popular vodka cocktails:

• Vodka Martini – around 124 calories
• Bloody Mary – around 120 to 140 calories
• Moscow Mule – around 180 calories
• White Russian – around 425 calories

Factors Affecting Caloric Content in Different Vodkas

The percentage of alcohol can affect the caloric content in different vodkas. The higher the proof, or ABV percentage, the more calories the vodka contains.

Sometimes trace additives like sugars and glycerol may be used in production methods which can also influence the caloric content of certain vodka.

Caloric Content in Absolut Vodka Products

Let’s explore the caloric content of Absolut vodka products.

A full breakdown of the ingredients and nutritional information for all Absolut products can be found on our website

Calories in Absolut Original Vodka (per 100oz)

• Absolut Vodka (40% ABV) – 221 calories

Calories in Absolut Flavored Vodkas (per 100oz)

• Absolut Citron 80 proof (40% ABV) – 221 calories
• Absolut Lime 80 proof (40% ABV) – 221 calories
• Absolut Grapefruit 80 proof (40% ABV) – 221 calories
• Absolut Watermelon 76 proof (38% ABV) – 210 calories
• Absolut Mango 76 proof (38% ABV) – 210 calories

Calories in Absolut Cans

Absolut cans are a convenient on-the-go option. But how many calories are in Absolut vodka cans?

Let’s explore the vodka calories per 100oz in popular Absolut cans:

• Absolut Berry Vodkarita 20 proof (10% ABV) – 76 calories
• Absolut Grapefruit Paloma 14 proof (7% ABV) – 58 calories
• Absolut Mango Mule 14 proof (7% ABV) – 58 calories
• Absolut Pineapple Martini  20 proof (10% ABV) – 72 calories
• Absolut Vodka Cran Grape 9 proof (4.5% ABV) – 42 calories
• Absolut Vodka Cran Pineapple 9 proof (4.5% ABV) – 38 calories
• Absolut Vodka Cran Raspberry 9 proof (4.5% ABV) – 38 calories
• Absolut Vodka Cranberry 9 proof (4.5% ABV) – 44 calories

Reading and Understanding Nutritional Information on Vodka Labels

Most alcohol labels in the US are regulated by the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB). Under the TTB, most alcohol labels aren’t required to display calorie information.  

You can, however, often find the number of calories in vodka-based products on the manufacturer’s website. For example, the caloric information for Absolut products can be found on the corresponding e-label. All e-labels are displayed at the bottom of each product page.  

Here you’ll often find other nutritional information such as: 

• Fat 
• Carbohydrates 
• Protein 
• Salt  
• Sugars 

Conclusion

To summarize, the calories in plain vodka mostly come from the alcohol itself. However, other factors such as the percentage of alcohol, trace additives, sugars and mixers can all impact the total caloric content of vodka-based beverages. 

This information is for educational purposes only and is intended to help you make informed drinking choices. Always drink in line with official US-recommended drinking guidelines.