Comparison of energy, carbohydrates, and alcohol in some common beverages*

beverage typical volume

(fl oz)** energy (kcal) carbohy-

drates (g) alcohol (g)

beer 12 100-150 3-15 12

club soda 12 0 0 0

cocktails 3.5 120-180 4-8 18-24

colas 12 150 40 0

colas, diet 12 2 0 0

ginger ale 12 120 30 0

milk, whole 8 150 11 0

milk, skim 8 85 12 0

spirits 1.5 100-120 0 15-17

wine, dessert 3.5 130-160 4-12 11

wine, dry 3.5 70-80 3-4 11

*These are representative values; individual drinks may have values outside the ranges indicated.

**1 fl oz = 28.35 ml