How many calories are in an American cocktail?
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According to MedlinePlus, a classic margarita (4 fl oz) typically contains around 170 calories, while a sugar-heavy, frozen restaurant version can easily exceed 300 calories. This wide discrepancy highlights that the calorie count of an American cocktail is not a fixed number, but rather a spectrum determined by its core components: the base spirit, mixers, and added sweeteners.
