Whiskey and cola
Common food
A classic highball cocktail blending the caramel-vanilla warmth of whiskey with the sweet, effervescent bite of cola. The drink is smooth, cold, and refreshing, with a distinct fizz that cuts through the spirit's warmth. Nutritionally, it is a source of quick energy from simple sugars, containing 7.48g of sugar per 100g.
Calorie split: 0% protein · 95% carbs · 5% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its effortless balance of sweet and strong, making it a go-to comfort drink. Its simplicity and cultural ubiquity make it a reliable choice in bars worldwide.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content can lead to blood-sugar spikes and subsequent crashes, and the empty calories offer little nutritional benefit. To mitigate, consider using diet cola, limiting portion size, or pairing it with a protein-rich snack to slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates
- May aid in social relaxation
- Offers a simple, accessible flavor profile
- Versatile with different whiskey styles
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The iconic combination became a staple after Coca-Cola's widespread distribution in the early 20th century, often promoted as a 'social lubricant' in American culture.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 83.7 g |
| Energy | 89.0 kcal |
| Protein | 0.00 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.19 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 7.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 1.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.02 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 0.00 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 8.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 4.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 3.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.08 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.01 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.10 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.00 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.00 mg |
| Niacin | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.00 mg |
| Folate, total | 0.00 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 0.00 ug |
| Choline, total | 0.20 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 8.3 g |
| Caffeine | 7.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.00 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
Is whiskey and cola a high-calorie drink?
At approximately 89 kcal per 100g, a standard 170g serving contains about 151 kcal, making it moderately caloric due to the sugar in cola.
Can I make a lower-sugar version?
Yes, using diet or zero-sugar cola significantly reduces the carbohydrate and sugar content while retaining the flavor profile.
What type of whiskey is best?
Bourbon is traditional for its sweet, vanilla notes that complement cola, but blended Scotch or Irish whiskey also work well.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.89 kcal/g · 0% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 7.5 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.75 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.