Calories in a glass of sauvignon blanc

The folks over at Cybercellar (a local online booze shop) have done some research into booze and the amount of calories different types of alcohol contain, and have kindly shared it with us.

Here’s the low-down:

Sauvignon Blanc

This deliciously crisp, sometimes green wine is the perfect pairing with your lunch or dinner salad. But how many calories are in a normal glass, you ask?

We are working on conversion rates of 5 ounces which converts to roughly 150 ml, equivalent to a small glass of wine.

This means a unit of your average Sauvignon Blanc has around 123 calories in it, and around 3 grams of carbohydrates.

Chenin Blanc

Chenin has slightly less calories and average around 120 calories per glass. However, compared to Sauvignon Blanc, it soars in carbohydrates and tips the scale at 4.9 grams per glass.

Chardonnay

In comparison to its white wine counterparts, Chardonnay has significantly less calories. How does 84 calories per glass sound to you?

With an average of 3.18 grams of carbohydrate in each glass, this sounds like a good fit to your new healthy lifestyle.

Rosé

Also significantly lower than Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin, a rosé weighs in at only 83 calories, with a low-carb content of 2.9 grams per glass.

It’s no wonder this pink drink is a favourite. Note, that this only counts for dry wines and not semi-sweet ones!

Cabernet Sauvignon

Our favourite easy-drinking Cabs only have 3 calories more than our Sauvignon Blancs, with 126 calories, and come in below the Chenin’s calories at 3.82 grams Carbs.

Shiraz

This delicious, spicy and moreish wine is a favourite on South African tables next to a lovely steak.  Remember to order a small salad or veg as an alternate to fries.

A glass of Shiraz contains 122 calories and 3.79 grams of carbs in each glass.

This seems somewhat average for what can sometimes be a full-bodied and complex wine, however, be conscious of your consumption.

Merlot

Merlot is much lighter, and contains the same amount of calories as a rosé (83)!

This, coupled with its very average number of carbs, 3.7 grams, makes Merlot the perfect companion for summer evenings. 

Champagne/ Méthode Cap Classique

Bubbly fanatics across the country, rejoice! Our favourite bubbly partner happens to be a dieter's dream!

With only 90 calories and carbohydrates racking up an entire 1 gram, there is no excuse not to indulge.

Gin

Touching on our favourite spirits, these prove to be somewhat different. Although packed with calories, gin has very little to zero carbs. With 263 calories, this drink is still one of the most recommended to anyone taking up a summer diet.

Mix in the tonic, however, and the glass is packed with 32 grams of carbs. Our recommendation is to either swap out the tonic for soda water and pack the glass with lemon and mint, or find the low-sugar, low-carb options!

Whiskey

Watching the sunset with a whiskey on the rocks is something every summer dream is made of.

With 250 calories found in every 100 grams, so 105 in a shot, and the carbs leveling out to about 0.1 grams per serving, this is a golden treat whilst watching your calorie count!

Beer

You are expecting beer to simply top the chart on everything, aren’t you? And you are also possibly wondering why we have even bothered to add it in here.

Surprisingly though, there aren’t as many calories as you would think! A can of beer has only 153 calories.

White wine is the preferred drink of many people and can add a light, fresh taste to any wine pairing menu without the tannins in wine of red wines. However, it’s also the target of many low-calorie diets as a major contributor to fat.

White wine naturally has a lower sugar content than red wine, but often has sugar added after fermentation to increase the sweetness. So, how does this really impact the calorie count?

Keep reading to learn about calories in white wine and how you can estimate your total intake by how you drink and how much.

How Many Calories in White Wine?

White wine has an average of 24 calories per ounce. This number is only slightly lower than that of red wine. This is because there is such a broad spectrum of white wines. A wine like a riesling will come in below average but another white like a sweet dessert wine will be far above it. It's important to check both the ABV and sugar content of white wine to understand where it falls on the spectrum. Any added sugar will add up quickly.

White wine is also perfect for making slushies. So grab that low calorie wine, freeze the wine, and get ready for a delicious treat that doesn't break your diet.

Calories In 4 Oz White Wine

A 4 oz glass of white wine contains an average of 96 calories. If you’re looking to limit your caloric intake, but still want to enjoy a taste white wine varietal, you can stick with a smaller 4 oz pour. You might find that this pour is much smaller than you expect, so you’ll probably need to measure as you pour if you really want to keep your calories under 100.

Calories In 5 Oz White Wine

A 5 oz glass of white wine contains an average of 120 calories. A 5 oz pour is the standard wine pour you’ll see in most bars and restaurants. That means the most likely scenarios is that you’ll be consuming around 120 calories per glass. Just remember, your pours at home will tend to be higher as 5 oz is a lot less than it sounds.

Calories In 6 Oz White Wine

A 6 oz glass of white wine contains an average of 144 calories. A 6 oz glass of wine is more likely to be what you actually consume at home. It fills out the glass just a little bit more than the standard pour, but doesn’t add to much in the way of calories.

Calories In 8 Oz White Wine

An 8 oz glass of white wine contains an average of 192 calories. This is about 8 calories less than a comparable glass than red wine, so you can start to see the caloric difference the more you drink. That being said, remember that many winemakers add sugar to their white wines after fermentation, so the calorie count can go up dramatically if you pick a white wine that’s classified as a dessert wine.

Calories in a Glass of White Wine

A 5 oz glass of white wine contains an average of 120 calories. There is only a 5-calorie difference between this and the calories in red wine of a comparable red wine. Don't let that fool you. Those calories add up quickly with each glass you have. You might want to stick to white wines if you plan on having multiple glasses. If sticking to a single glass, don't worry so much.

Calories in a Bottle of White Wine

A 750mL bottle of white wine contains an average of 600 calories. The lowest calorie white wine actually comes in at about 400 calories, which is a big difference. A bottle of white is your best bet for having a delicious treat without worrying too much about the calories in wine.

There are a number of white "diet wines" available on the market. Since you can get a bottle of white wine that has fewer calories than your average can of soda, we don't think they're necessary.

How to Calculate White Wine Calories

You don’t have to take our word for how many calories are in your white wine, you can estimate them yourself. To still get a fairly accurate calorie count, you need to know the ABV of the wine. Most bottles will list the ABV for you, but you can also make an educated guess. In general, there are about 158 calories in 1 oz of pure alcohol.

So, let’s say you’re using a standard 5 oz pour of a white wine with 11% ABV.

You can use the formula below to find the calorie count:

Ounces x ABV x 1.6 = Alcohol Calories

5 x 11 x 1.6 = 88 Alcohol Calories

We find that a 5 oz glass of a white wine with 11% ABV contains an estimated 88 calories. It’s still important to remember that many white winemakers will fortify the wine by adding additional sugar, so you may want to add an additional 20 calories or so just to be safe.

White Wine, Blowing Through My Mind

White wine tends to have a higher sugar and calorie content than comparable reds. However, wine naturally is still better than comparable soft drinks and cocktails, so it’s not necessarily the area where you need to skimp. If you are concerned, you can always switch to a low-calorie drink or try a red wine instead. Or you can look into the calories in rose wine.

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