Calories in a beer

USDA data · Updated October 12, 2026

A beer (1 can, 12 fl oz, 356 g) has 153 calories, with 1.6 g of protein, 12.6 g of carbohydrates and 0 g of fat. Per 100 g, that's 43 kcal. Most of the calories in alcoholic drinks come from the alcohol itself (about 7 kcal per gram), which isn't counted as a macro.

Values are for Alcoholic beverage, beer, regular, all. Amounts vary with size, variety and preparation.

Beer

Per 1 can (12 fl oz) (356 g)


Calories153

Protein1.6 g
Carbohydrates12.6 g
   Fiber0 g
   Sugars0 g
Fat0 g
Sodium14 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Calories in a beer by serving

ServingWeightCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
100 g100 g430.5 g3.5 g0 g
1 fl oz30 g130.1 g1.1 g0 g
1 can (12 fl oz)356 g1531.6 g12.6 g0 g
1 oz28 g120.1 g1 g0 g

Drinks: calories compared

Per 100 gCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
Coconut water190.7 g3.7 g0.2 g
Beer430.5 g3.5 g0 g
Orange juice450.7 g10.4 g0.2 g
Red wine850.1 g2.6 g0 g
Vodka (80 proof)2310 g0 g0 g

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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 168746. Calories are rounded to the nearest whole number and nutrients to one decimal place.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in a beer?

153 calories in 1 can (12 fl oz) (356 g), or 43 calories per 100 g.

How much protein is in a beer?

1.6 g of protein in 1 can (12 fl oz) (356 g) (0.5 g per 100 g).

How many carbs are in a beer?

12.6 g of carbohydrates in 1 can (12 fl oz) (356 g).