Beer vs Coffee

Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving

Which is Healthier?

Coffee is generally healthier

Coffee comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 2 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (1 vs 43), less sodium (5mg vs 11mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Coffee

1 kcal

More Protein

Beer

0.5g

More Fiber

Beer

0g

Less Sugar

Beer

0g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
Beer
43
Coffee
1
Proteinper 100g
Beer
0.5g
Coffee
0.3g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Beer
3.6g
Coffee
0.2g
Fatper 100g
Beer
0g
Coffee
0g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientBeerCoffeeDifference
Calories43kcal1kcal+42.0kcal
Protein0.5g0.3g+0.2g
Carbohydrates3.6g0.2g+3.4g
Fat0g0g0.0g
Fiber0g0g0.0g
Sugar0g0g0.0g
Sodium11mg5mg+6.0mg

Serving Size Comparison

All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:

Beer

Per 100g:43 calories
Per cup (150g):65 calories
Per serving (85g):37 calories

Coffee

Per 100g:1 calories
Per cup (150g):2 calories
Per serving (85g):1 calories

Diet Compatibility

Beer

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianLow-Sodium

Coffee

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianLow-Sodium

When to Choose Beer

  • Higher in protein (0.5g vs 0.3g)
  • More fiber (0g vs 0g)
  • Less sugar (0g vs 0g)

Common Uses

HydrationMorning ritualSocial occasionsEnergy boost
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When to Choose Coffee

  • Lower in calories (1 vs 43)
  • Lower in carbs (0.2g vs 3.6g)
  • Lower sodium (5mg vs 11mg)

Common Uses

HydrationMorning ritualSocial occasionsEnergy boost
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