Tag: Agave vs grain

Tequila and vodka, both clear spirits, boast similar calorie counts, with an average 1.5-ounce serving of 80-proof of either containing around 97-100 calories. While calorie counts are nearly identical, the production processes and ingredients differ significantly, leading to questions about their respective health impacts.

According to nutritional data, both pure vodka and pure 100% agave tequila contain zero grams of sugar per serving. The question of what has less sugar, vodka or tequila, is often misunderstood, as the sugar content of an alcoholic beverage depends far more on the mixers than on the distilled spirit itself.

According to Advanced Mixology, 100% agave tequila contains fewer congeners than darker liquors like whiskey, which may result in less severe hangovers for some people. But beyond morning-after effects, is tequila better than whiskey for overall flavor, versatility, and experience?