Calories in Beer (regular)
Beer (regular) has about 153 calories per 1 can (12 fl oz) (356 g), or 43 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 1.8 g protein, 12.5 g carbs and 0 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Lab-analysed values from USDA FoodData Central (Beer). Source: USDA FDC #2710616
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 can (12 fl oz) (356 g) | 1 pint (16 fl oz) (473 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 kcal | 153 kcal | 203 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1.8 g | 2.4 g |
| Carbohydrates | 3.5 g | 12.5 g | 16.6 g |
| Fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 14 mg | 19 mg |
About Beer (regular)
A regular lager has about 153 kcal per 12-ounce can, and most of those calories come from the alcohol rather than carbs. Craft IPAs and stouts with higher alcohol can be twice that.
Tip: Light beer is around 100 kcal per can. Count drinks at a game or a bar as you go — four regular beers is a full meal.
Burn off 153 kcal
Rough estimates for a 155 lb (70 kg) adult.
- Brisk walking34 min
- Running14 min
- Cycling19 min
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Common questions
How many calories are in beer?+
About 153 kcal per 1 can (12 fl oz) (356 g), or 43 kcal per 100 g. Most of those calories come from alcohol, which isn't counted in the protein, carb and fat figures.
How many calories in 1 pint (16 fl oz) of beer?+
1 pint (16 fl oz) (473 g) is roughly 203 kcal with 2.4 g protein, 16.6 g carbs and 0 g fat.
Is beer high in protein?+
Not really — 1 can (12 fl oz) gives about 1.8 g protein, only 5% of its calories. Most of its energy comes from carbs.
Is beer good for weight loss?+
Beer is low in calories (43 kcal per 100 g), so it fits a weight-loss diet easily. Watch what gets added on top, which often carries more calories than the dish itself.
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Values are averages for general information only and are not medical or dietary advice. Actual calories depend on the recipe, cooking oil and portion size. Browse all foods in our food calorie database.