Last updated: September 2026
This cocktail calorie chart covers 196 drinks with calorie counts, ABV data, and an interactive serving-size slider — more cocktails than Sunnyside’s 119-drink chart, calories.info’s 30-drink chart, and MedlinePlus’s basic beer-wine-spirits table combined. Every entry links to a full recipe page so you can calculate calories and make the drink without leaving the site. The chart below organizes cocktails by spirit type, calorie range, and ABV, with an interactive calculator at /drink-finder/ that lets you filter 196 cocktails by ingredient, calorie limit, and alcohol content.
TLDR: How to Use This Calorie Chart
Use the calorie table below to find calorie counts and ABV for 196 cocktails, organized by spirit type. For non-standard pour sizes, use the interactive Drink Finder calculator to adjust serving size and recalculate calories in real time. Every drink name links to a full recipe page with ingredients and instructions.
How Cocktail Calories Are Calculated
Cocktail calories come from three sources: pure alcohol (7 calories per gram), sugar content (4 calories per gram), and mixer calories (varies by ingredient). The USDA standard for pure alcohol is 7 calories per gram, which equals approximately 64 calories per ounce of 80-proof spirits. Sugar contributes 4 calories per gram, and common mixers like juice, soda, and cream add calories based on their own nutritional content. A standard Margarita with 2 ounces of tequila (128 calories from alcohol), 1 ounce of triple sec (approximately 30 calories from sugar), and 1 ounce of lime juice (approximately 8 calories) totals around 168 calories — the number shown in our chart.
The calorie values in this chart are calculated from ingredient composition, not laboratory-tested — and every chart from Sunnyside to MedlinePlus uses the same calculation method. Real-world calorie counts vary based on pour size, brand selection, and bartender generosity, which is why the serving-size slider on our Drink Finder tool matters. A restaurant Margarita served in a 6-ounce glass has more calories than a 4-ounce home-poured version, and the slider accounts for that difference.
Why Most Calorie Charts Stop at 30-120 Drinks
Most cocktail calorie charts cover between 30 and 120 drinks because calculating calories for hundreds of cocktails requires a database of ingredient-level calorie data and per-drink recipe specifications. MedlinePlus, the government health reference that ranks #1 on Google for “alcohol calories,” lists only basic categories , beer, wine, and straight spirits , without covering mixed drinks at all. Calories.info lists approximately 30 cocktails. Sunnyside.co, the largest dedicated calorie chart competitor, lists 119 drinks. This chart covers 196 cocktails because borrachos.bar already had the recipe database from publishing 38+ cocktail recipes and curating a 196-drink database for the Drink Finder tool.
Cocktail Calorie Chart by Spirit Type
The table below lists cocktail calorie ranges by primary spirit, with average calorie counts based on standard serving sizes (typically 3-5 ounces before mixer ice melt). Use the Drink Finder for exact calorie counts on individual drinks and to filter by calorie limit.
Whiskey and Bourbon Cocktails
| Cocktail | Calories (standard serving) | ABV | Recipe Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Fashioned (Wisconsin Sweet) | ~230 | ~24% | Recipe → |
| Old Fashioned (Wisconsin Sour) | ~180 | ~22% | Recipe → |
| Old Fashioned (Wisconsin Press) | ~200 | ~23% | Recipe → |
| Manhattan | ~175 | ~26% | Find → |
| Whiskey Sour | ~160 | ~20% | Find → |
| Mint Julep | ~150 | ~22% | Find → |
| Sazerac | ~140 | ~28% | Find → |
| Penicillin | ~170 | ~21% | Find → |
Whiskey cocktails average 150-230 calories per standard serving, with the Wisconsin Old Fashioned variations at the higher end due to the sweetener and soda addition. The traditional Manhattan and Whiskey Sour sit in the 160-175 range because they use less added sugar than the Wisconsin-style Old Fashioned.
Gin Cocktails
| Cocktail | Calories (standard serving) | ABV | Recipe Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gin & Tonic | ~140 | ~12% | Find → |
| Negroni | ~180 | ~24% | Find → |
| Martini (Dry) | ~125 | ~30% | Find → |
| Gimlet | ~130 | ~22% | Find → |
| Tom Collins | ~150 | ~12% | Find → |
| Gin Fizz | ~140 | ~11% | Find → |
| Aviation | ~170 | ~22% | Find → |
| Last Word | ~190 | ~24% | Find → |
Gin cocktails range from 125 to 190 calories, with the Negroni and Last Word at the higher end due to equal-parts liqueur contributions. The Dry Martini sits at the low end at approximately 125 calories because it contains only gin and dry vermouth with no added sugar.
Vodka Cocktails
| Cocktail | Calories (standard serving) | ABV | Recipe Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moscow Mule | ~130 | ~12% | Find → |
| Cosmopolitan | ~200 | ~20% | Find → |
| Vodka Martini | ~125 | ~30% | Find → |
| Screwdriver | ~180 | ~12% | Find → |
| Vodka Tonic | ~130 | ~12% | Find → |
| Espresso Martini | ~220 | ~20% | Find → |
| Black Russian | ~180 | ~24% | Find → |
| White Russian | ~260 | ~18% | Find → |
Vodka cocktails span the widest calorie range of any spirit category , from 125 calories for a Vodka Martini to 260 for a White Russian, which adds cream and coffee liqueur. The Espresso Martini’s 220 calories come from the coffee liqueur sugar content, while the Cosmopolitan’s 200 calories reflect the cranberry juice and triple sec contributions.
Rum Cocktails
| Cocktail | Calories (standard serving) | ABV | Recipe Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daiquiri (Classic) | ~120 | ~22% | Find → |
| Mojito | ~140 | ~13% | Find → |
| Mai Tai | ~260 | ~20% | Find → |
| Dark and Stormy | ~160 | ~13% | Find → |
| Piña Colada | ~280 | ~13% | Find → |
| Hurricane | ~230 | ~18% | Find → |
| Cuba Libre | ~150 | ~12% | Find → |
| Daiquiri (Frozen Strawberry) | ~220 | ~15% | Find → |
Rum cocktails range from 120 calories for a classic Daiquiri to 280 for a Piña Colada, which adds coconut cream and pineapple juice. The Mai Tai’s 260 calories come from the double-rum pour plus orgeat syrup. The classic Daiquiri , just rum, lime, and simple syrup , is one of the lowest-calorie cocktails in the entire 196-drink database.
Tequila Cocktails
| Cocktail | Calories (standard serving) | ABV | Recipe Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Margarita (Classic) | ~168 | ~18% | Find → |
| Margarita (Frozen) | ~280 | ~14% | Find → |
| Paloma | ~150 | ~12% | Find → |
| Tequila Sunrise | ~200 | ~12% | Find → |
| Mexican Mule | ~130 | ~12% | Find → |
| Ranch Water | ~100 | ~15% | Find → |
Tequila cocktails range from 100 calories for a Ranch Water (tequila, lime, Topo Chico) to 280 for a frozen Margarita, which adds blender ice and often a sugary mix. The classic Margarita at 168 calories is mid-range, while the Paloma at 150 calories benefits from grapefruit soda’s lower sugar content compared to margarita mix.
Brandy Cocktails
| Cocktail | Calories (standard serving) | ABV | Recipe Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandy Old Fashioned (Sweet) | ~230 | ~24% | Recipe → |
| Brandy Alexander | ~290 | ~18% | Find → |
| Grasshopper | ~240 | ~18% | Find → |
| Brandy Slush (Wisconsin) | ~200 | ~14% | Find → |
| Sidecar | ~170 | ~24% | Find → |
| Between the Sheets | ~210 | ~25% | Find → |
Brandy cocktails tend toward higher calorie counts . 170 to 290 , because brandy drinks often include cream, sweet liqueurs, or sugar-heavy mixers, particularly in Wisconsin-style brandy cocktails. The Brandy Alexander at 290 calories is one of the highest-calorie cocktails in the database due to its cream and crème de cacao content. The Sidecar, which uses only brandy, triple sec, and lemon juice, sits at a more moderate 170 calories.
How This Chart Compares to Other Calorie Resources
| Feature | Borrachos.bar (This Chart) | Sunnyside.co | Calories.info | MedlinePlus.gov |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of cocktails | 196 | 119 | ~30 | Basic categories only |
| Calorie counts | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ABV data | Yes (96 drinks) | Yes (all) | No | No |
| Carb data | No | Yes | No | No |
| Serving-size slider | Interactive | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Full recipes | Every drink | No | No | No |
| Searchable database | Drink Finder | Static | Static | Static |
| Free, no signup | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile app | No | Yes | No | No |
The comparison shows a clear pattern: government and health sites (MedlinePlus, Calories.info) offer fewer drinks and no interactive features, while Sunnyside offers a health-tracking app experience, and borrachos.bar offers the largest database with recipe integration and interactive tools. MedlinePlus, which ranks #1 on Google for “alcohol calories” due to its .gov domain authority, lists only basic beer, wine, and straight spirits categories , no cocktails at all. Sunnyside covers 119 drinks but doesn’t include recipes or a serving-size slider. This chart’s 196-drink database with the interactive Drink Finder fills the gap between calorie reference sites and recipe sites.
Low-Calorie Cocktails: 15 Drinks Under 150 Calories
If you’re looking for the lowest-calorie cocktails in the 196-drink database, these 15 drinks come in under 150 calories per standard serving. Use the Drink Finder to filter by maximum calories and see the full list.
| Cocktail | Calories | Spirit | Why It’s Low-Cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ranch Water | ~100 | Tequila | Tequila + lime + sparkling water, no sugar |
| Daiquiri (Classic) | ~120 | Rum | Rum + lime + minimal simple syrup |
| Dry Martini | ~125 | Gin | Gin + dry vermouth, zero sugar |
| Vodka Martini | ~125 | Vodka | Vodka + dry vermouth, zero sugar |
| Moscow Mule | ~130 | Vodka | Vodka + ginger beer + lime, moderate sugar |
| Vodka Tonic | ~130 | Vodka | Vodka + tonic water, low sugar |
| Gimlet | ~130 | Gin | Gin + lime cordial, small volume |
| Mexican Mule | ~130 | Tequila | Tequila + ginger beer + lime |
| Gin & Tonic | ~140 | Gin | Gin + tonic water, low sugar |
| Gin Fizz | ~140 | Gin | Gin + lemon + soda water, moderate sugar |
| Mojito | ~140 | Rum | Rum + mint + lime + soda, low sugar |
| Tom Collins | ~150 | Gin | Gin + lemon + soda, moderate sugar |
| Paloma | ~150 | Tequila | Tequila + grapefruit soda, moderate sugar |
| Cuba Libre | ~150 | Rum | Rum + cola + lime, cola adds sugar |
| Dark and Stormy | ~160 | Rum | Dark rum + ginger beer, moderate sugar |
The lowest-calorie cocktails share a pattern: a single spirit, a citrus element, and a low-sugar mixer (sparkling water, tonic, or ginger beer) , no cream, no fruit juice, no coffee liqueur. Ranch Water at approximately 100 calories is the lowest in the database because it contains only tequila, lime juice, and Topo Chico sparkling water with zero added sugar. The classic Daiquiri at 120 calories proves that a rum-and-lime drink doesn’t need a blender or strawberry mix to taste good while staying low-calorie.
High-Calorie Cocktails: What Adds Calories
The highest-calorie cocktails in the 196-drink database share three ingredients: cream, coffee liqueur, or fruit juice , each adding 50-100 calories per ounce. The Piña Colada at approximately 280 calories gets its calorie density from coconut cream (approximately 70 calories per ounce) and pineapple juice (approximately 16 calories per ounce). The Brandy Alexander at 290 calories combines cream, crème de cacao, and brandy. The frozen Margarita at 280 calories replaces the low-calorie classic Margarita formula with a sugar-heavy blender mix.
If you’re tracking calories, the ingredients to watch are cream (half-and-half, heavy cream, coconut cream), coffee liqueurs (Kahlúa, Tia Maria), and sweet fruit juices (pineapple, cranberry, mango). A cocktail with cream typically adds 80-120 calories per ounce compared to a spirit-only drink of the same volume. Coffee liqueurs add approximately 50 calories per ounce from sugar content. Cranberry juice, used in Cosmopolitans, adds approximately 15 calories per ounce , less than cream but significant in a 4-ounce drink.
Using the Interactive Calorie Calculator
The Drink Finder at /drink-finder/ lets you filter all 196 cocktails by maximum calories, spirit type, ABV range, and drink category , then adjust the serving size to recalculate calories for your actual pour. The serving-size slider defaults to each drink’s standard serving (0 on the slider), but dragging it to 1.5x or 2x scales the calorie count proportionally. A standard Margarita shows 168 calories at default serving size; slide to 1.5x and the calculator shows 252 calories.
How to Filter by Calorie Range
Set the “Max Calories” filter in the Drink Finder to your target , for example, 150 , and the tool returns every cocktail in the database at or below that calorie count. Combine with the spirit filter to find low-calorie gin drinks, or set an ABV range to find low-calorie but high-alcohol cocktails. The Drink Finder returns drink name, calorie count, ABV, and a link to the full recipe page for each result.
See also: our signature Wisconsin Old Fashioned
See also: our summer 2026 seasonal cocktail guide
See also: 12 cocktails under 150 calories you can make at home
FAQ
How accurate are cocktail calorie counts?
Cocktail calorie counts are calculated estimates based on ingredient composition using USDA standard values (7 calories per gram of pure alcohol, 4 calories per gram of sugar), not laboratory-tested measurements. Real-world calorie counts vary based on pour size, brand selection, and bartender precision. The serving-size slider on the Drink Finder accounts for this variability by letting you adjust for the actual drink in front of you.
How many cocktails are in this calorie chart?
This chart covers 196 cocktails with calorie data, making it the largest free cocktail calorie chart available online , larger than Sunnyside’s 119-drink chart, calories.info’s 30-drink chart, and MedlinePlus’s basic category list. 96 of those drinks also include ABV percentage data.
Does this chart include carbohydrate counts?
No , this chart tracks calories and ABV but not carbohydrates. Sunnyside.co is the better resource if you need carb counts alongside calorie data for keto or low-carb diet tracking. Our chart focuses on calories and recipe integration rather than macro tracking.
Can I calculate calories for a non-standard pour size?
Yes , the Drink Finder includes a serving-size slider that recalculates calories in real time as you adjust the pour size. The slider defaults to each drink’s standard serving (0 on the slider) and scales proportionally as you drag. No other free cocktail calorie chart offers this feature.
Where are the cocktail recipes?
Every cocktail in the calorie chart links to a full recipe page with ingredients, instructions, and drink history. You can also browse the complete calorie chart page at /calorie-count-alcoholic-beverages/ or search for specific drinks using the Drink Finder tool.
Is this calorie chart free?
Yes , the calorie chart, Drink Finder tool, and all recipe pages on borrachos.bar are free with no signup, no account, and no paywall. You don’t need to download an app or create an account to access any of the calorie data or recipes on the site.
Does this chart include Wisconsin cocktails?
Yes , the chart includes 38+ Wisconsin-specific cocktails, including the Wisconsin Old Fashioned in sweet, sour, and press variations, the Brandy Slush, the Grasshopper, and other regional drinks that national calorie charts don’t cover.
Sources
- Borrachos Bar . Full Calorie Chart (196 Cocktails)
- Borrachos Bar . Drink Finder Tool (Interactive Calculator)
- Sunnyside.co . 119-Drink Calorie Chart (Comparison Reference)
- Calories.info . Liquor & Cocktail Calorie Chart (Comparison Reference)
- MedlinePlus . Alcohol Calorie Reference (Government Source)
- USDA . Standard Calorie Values: 7 cal/g alcohol, 4 cal/g sugar
- NIAAA . National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism