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Spirits, grain, 40% vol (e.g. whisky)

Spirits 247 kcal / 100 g FSVO V7.1

100 g of Spirits, grain, 40% vol (e.g. whisky) provides 247 kcal (1,020 kJ). Energy density and nutrient contents are detailed below, value by value. This food belongs to the “Spirits” category (“Alcoholic beverages” family) of the Swiss database.

Spirits, grain, 40% vol (e.g. whisky)

The essentials for 100 g

Protein0 g 0%
Fat0 g 0%
Carbohydrates0.1 g 0%
Dietary fibre0 g 0%

% of nutrient reference values (adults), for the displayed portion.

Detailed composition

for 100 g
NutrientValue% NRV*
Macronutrients
Energy247 kcal (1,020 kJ)C12%
Protein0 gA0%
Fat0 gA0%
of which saturated fat0 gA0%
of which polyunsaturated0 gAn/a
of which omega-30 gCn/a
Carbohydrates0.1 gA0%
of which sugars0.1 gA0%
Dietary fibre0 gA0%
Water64.7 gAn/a
Alcohol35.2 gAn/a
Minerals
Calcium2 mgA0%
Iron0 mgA0%
Magnesium1 mgA0%
Phosphorus5 mgA1%
Potassium3 mgA0%
Sodium1 mgA0%
Zinc0.1 mgA1%
Vitamins
Vitamin D0 µgA0%
Vitamin B120 µgA0%
Vitamin C0 mgA0%
Folate0 µgA0%

* Share of the nutrient reference values for adults (Swiss FIC ordinance, annex 10), for the displayed portion. For dietary fibre the annex sets no value: the 30 g a day is an indicative benchmark. “n/a”: value not available in the source, never estimated by us. A, E or C indicates each value’s origin.

As a share of daily needs

Covered by 100 g · reference population: average adult.

Protein0%
Fat0%
Carbohydrates0%
Dietary fibre0%
Zinc1%
Phosphorus1%
Magnesium0%
Calcium0%
Potassium0%

Quick comparison

Difference per 100 g from this food’s point of view: “+” = it contains more than the compared food.

ComparisonProteinFatEnergy
vs Spirits, Kirsch, Cherry Schnaps± 0 g± 0 g+ 2 kcal
vs Spirits, 40 vol% (e.g. Vodka, gin)± 0 g± 0 g+ 13 kcal
vs Spirits, sugar cane (e.g. rum)± 0 g± 0 g+ 13 kcal
vs Spirits, wine (e.g. cognac, brandy)± 0 g± 0 g+ 7 kcal
vs Egg liqueur, 16.5 vol%− 4 g− 7 g− 38 kcal

Frequently asked questions

How many calories in 100 g of Spirits, grain, 40% vol (e.g. whisky)?
100 g of Spirits, grain, 40% vol (e.g. whisky) provides 247 kcal, i.e. 1,020 kJ (FSVO data V7.1).
How much protein in 100 g of Spirits, grain, 40% vol (e.g. whisky)?
100 g provides 0 g of protein, i.e. 0% of the adult reference value (50 g).
What is the fat content of 100 g of Spirits, grain, 40% vol (e.g. whisky)?
100 g contains 0 g of fat, of which 0 g saturated fatty acids.
Where do these values come from?
From the Swiss food composition database V7.1 published by the FSVO (July 2026). Every value carries an origin indicator: A (measured), E (estimated) or C (calculated).
Which preparation state do the values refer to?
To the official label “Spirits, grain, 40% vol (e.g. whisky)” in the database: the state (raw, cooked, drained…) is specified where relevant. Preparation substantially changes the composition per 100 g, especially the water content.

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