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Beer vs. Whiskey sour — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between Beer and Whiskey sour?

  • Whiskey sour is richer than Beer in Calcium, and Copper.
  • Whiskey sour's daily need coverage for Calcium is 27% more.
  • The amount of Sodium in Beer is lower.

We used Alcoholic beverage, beer, regular, all and Beverages, Whiskey sour mix, powder types in this article.

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Mineral Comparison

Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
Beer
Beer
3
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 4.3% 1.2% 2.4% 0.75% 1.7% 0.27% 6% 0.52% 1% 3.3%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 14% 82% 1.7% 15% 43% 3.8% 5.6% 36% 0% 3.3%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +42.1%
Contains less SodiumSodium -98.5%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +216.7%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +6700%
Contains more IronIron +1850%
Contains more CopperCopper +2500%
Contains more ZincZinc +1300%
~equal in Phosphorus ~13mg
~equal in Selenium ~0.6µg

Vitamin Comparison

Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
Beer
Beer
6
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 1.3% 5.8% 9.6% 2.5% 11% 2.5% 0% 4.5% 5.5%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 9% 1.8% 0% 0% 1.3% 0% 0% 3.6% 0% 1.3% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +100%
Contains more FolateFolate +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +46.3%
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin B1 ~0.005mg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Beer
Beer
2
4% 92% 4%
Protein: 0.46 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 3.55 g
Water: 91.96 g
Other: 4.03 g
97%
Protein: 0.6 g
Fats: 0.1 g
Carbs: 97.3 g
Water: 0.6 g
Other: 1.4 g
Contains more WaterWater +15226.7%
Contains more OtherOther +187.9%
Contains more ProteinProtein +30.4%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +2640.8%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Beer Whiskey sour
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Beer Whiskey sour Opinion
Calories 43kcal 383kcal Whiskey sour
Protein 0.46g 0.6g Whiskey sour
Fats 0g 0.1g Whiskey sour
Vitamin C 0mg 2.7mg Whiskey sour
Net carbs 3.55g 97.3g Whiskey sour
Carbs 3.55g 97.3g Whiskey sour
Magnesium 6mg 19mg Whiskey sour
Calcium 4mg 272mg Whiskey sour
Potassium 27mg 19mg Beer
Iron 0.02mg 0.39mg Whiskey sour
Sugar 0g 97.3g Beer
Copper 0.005mg 0.13mg Whiskey sour
Zinc 0.01mg 0.14mg Whiskey sour
Phosphorus 14mg 13mg Beer
Sodium 4mg 274mg Beer
Vitamin A 0IU 30IU Whiskey sour
Vitamin A 0µg 2µg Whiskey sour
Manganese 0.008mg 0mg Beer
Selenium 0.6µg 0.6µg
Vitamin B1 0.005mg 0.005mg
Vitamin B2 0.025mg 0mg Beer
Vitamin B3 0.513mg 0mg Beer
Vitamin B5 0.041mg 0.06mg Whiskey sour
Vitamin B6 0.046mg 0mg Beer
Vitamin B12 0.02µg 0.01µg Beer
Folate 6µg 0µg Beer
Choline 10.1mg Beer
Saturated Fat 0g 0.019g Beer
Monounsaturated Fat 0g 0.006g Whiskey sour
Polyunsaturated fat 0g 0.037g Whiskey sour

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is better in case of low diet
Beer Whiskey sour
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score

The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
3%
Beer
1%
Whiskey sour
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
Beer
20%
Whiskey sour

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Whiskey sour
Whiskey sour is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Whiskey sour
Whiskey sour is lower in glycemic index (difference - 104)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beer
Beer is lower in Sugar (difference - 97.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beer
Beer contains less Sodium (difference - 270mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Beer
Beer is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.019g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Beer
Beer is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Beer - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168746/nutrients
  2. Whiskey sour - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173163/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.