Do you like to enjoy a few glasses of Prosecco on the weekends? Are you concerned about how many calories there are in the bottle?
In reality, it's not too bad, especially if you're only having one or two glasses. However, if you're drinking prosecco regularly, calories can add up quickly.
In this article, we will take a closer look at the number of calories in a bottle of prosecco and provide some tips for keeping your calorie intake under control.
So exactly how many calories are in a standard 750 ml bottle of Prosecco?
According to The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Nutrient Database, a 750 ml bottle of prosecco contains approximately 895 calories. This means that each glass of prosecco contains around 90 calories.
The type and amount of alcohol in prosecco is the main factor that affects its calorie content. Standard prosecco contains 11 to 12 percent alcohol by volume. Higher-alcohol prosecco and prosecco spumante can contain as much as 15 to 16 percent alcohol. This means that these types of prosecco have many more calories per glass than standard prosecco.
You can compare this to the calories in red wine.
Prosecco Categories
There are different classifications of Prosecco based on the residual sugar (sugar that is left in the final product and not converted to alcohol).
Here are the different types of Prosecco you may find at your local wine store from less sweet to sweeter:
- Brut Prosecco - 0 to 12 g/L of residual sugar and approximately 90 calories per glass
- Extra Dry Prosecco - 12 to 17 g/L of residual sugar 95 calories and approximately 95 calories per glass
- Dry Prosecco - 17 to 32 g/L of residual sugar and approximately 100 calories per glass
Controlling Calories From A Bottle Of Prosecco
Now that you know how many calories are in prosecco, here are some tips for keeping your calorie intake
Fortunately, there are a few simple ways to enjoy prosecco without taking in too many calories. For example, you can drink prosecco spritzers, made by mixing prosecco with soda water or fruit juice. This reduces the amount of prosecco and, therefore, the number of calories per glass. Obviously, fruit juice will add calories, but you can also add vitamins and antioxidants depending on the juice you select.
You can also alternate between prosecco and other drinks that contain fewer calories, such as sparkling water or a hard seltzer (we compare the calories and alcohol of hard seltzer vs. sparkling wine here). This will help lower your overall calorie intake while still allowing you to enjoy prosecco.
Lower Calorie Prosecco Options
Some Prosecco producers offer lower-calorie versions. Here are a few options:
- Lamarca prosecco: At just 77 calories per glass, Lamarca prosecco is one of the lowest calorie options. (click here to order a bottle)
- Cirotto’s Prosecco Superiore DOCG Extra Brut: This prosecco contains only 80 calories per glass.
Nutrients In Prosecco
Are you curious about what other nutrients are lurking in a glass of prosecco? Here is a list of what else is in your glass:
- Alcohol: 11-12%
- Carbohydrates: 4.2g
- Protein: 0g
- Sodium: 6mg
- Potassium: 10mg
Now that you know all about the calories in prosecco, you can enjoy it responsibly and without feeling guilty!
Conclusion
In conclusion, a bottle of prosecco contains around 895 calories. To keep your calorie intake under control, you can drink prosecco spritzers or alternate between prosecco and other lower-calorie drinks. You can also opt for a low-calorie prosecco from one of the producers mentioned above. Ultimately, it's all about finding the right balance that works for you.
Happy drinking!
