Alcoholic beverage, beer, regular, BUDWEISER
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Budweiser is a classic American adjunct lager, known for its light golden color, crisp, clean finish, and subtle notes of rice and corn. Its nutrition is remarkably light for an alcoholic beverage, providing a modest 41 calories and 2.97g of carbohydrates per 100g, with no fat or protein.
💚 Why it's loved
People love Budweiser for its universally approachable, non-challenging flavor and its deep-rooted association with American sports, backyard barbecues, and casual social gatherings. Its light body and crispness make it a refreshing, easy-drinking choice.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
As an alcoholic beverage, it can contribute to empty calories and may cause blood sugar fluctuations due to its carbohydrate content. Those with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease must avoid it, as it is brewed with barley. To counteract, practice strict portion control, consume it with a balanced meal containing protein and fiber, and never drink on an empty stomach.
Key benefits
- Low in calories compared to many other alcoholic drinks
- Contains minimal carbohydrates per serving
- Provides a source of quick energy from alcohol
- Often used as a cooking ingredient to tenderize and flavor meats
- A social beverage that can be part of moderate, mindful consumption
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💡 Did you know?
Budweiser's famous 'Beechwood Aging' process involves adding beechwood chips to the aging tanks, which the brewer claims helps create a smoother, more consistent taste by providing additional surface area for yeast activity.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 92.8 g |
| Energy | 41.0 kcal |
| Energy | 170 kj |
| Protein | 0.36 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Ash | 0.11 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 3.0 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Glucose | 0.00 g |
| Fructose | 0.00 g |
| Maltose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 4.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.00 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 7.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 13.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 33.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 3.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.00 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.00 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.01 mg |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 3.9 g |
FAQ
Is Budweiser gluten-free?
No. Budweiser is brewed with barley malt, which contains gluten. It is not suitable for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
Why is rice used in the brewing process?
Rice is used as an adjunct grain. It ferments into a lighter, crisper beer with fewer calories and a milder flavor than using only barley malt.
How does the calorie count compare to other beers?
At 41 kcal per 100g, it is lighter than many craft IPAs or stouts but similar to other mainstream American lagers. A standard 12 oz can contains about 145 calories.