Beer vs Wine

Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving

Which is Healthier?

Beer is generally healthier

Beer comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (43 vs 85), more protein (0.5g vs 0.1g), more fiber (0g vs 0g), less sugar (0g vs 0.6g), making it the better choice for most health goals.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Beer

43 kcal

More Protein

Beer

0.5g

More Fiber

Beer

0g

Less Sugar

Beer

0g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
Beer
43
Wine
85
Proteinper 100g
Beer
0.5g
Wine
0.1g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Beer
3.6g
Wine
2.6g
Fatper 100g
Beer
0g
Wine
0g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientBeerWineDifference
Calories43kcal85kcal-42.0kcal
Protein0.5g0.1g+0.4g
Carbohydrates3.6g2.6g+1.0g
Fat0g0g0.0g
Fiber0g0g0.0g
Sugar0g0.6g-0.6g
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

Wine

Per 100g:85 calories
Per cup (150g):128 calories
Per serving (85g):72 calories

Diet Compatibility

Beer

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianLow-Sodium

Wine

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVeganVegetarianLow-Sodium

When to Choose Beer

  • Lower in calories (43 vs 85)
  • Higher in protein (0.5g vs 0.1g)
  • More fiber (0g vs 0g)
  • Less sugar (0g vs 0.6g)

Common Uses

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When to Choose Wine

  • Lower in carbs (2.6g vs 3.6g)
  • Lower sodium (5mg vs 11mg)

Common Uses

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