Tag: Rum vs beer

According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), a standard alcoholic drink contains approximately 0.6 ounces of pure alcohol. The good news is that, from a pure alcohol content perspective, one standard 1.5-ounce shot of 80-proof rum is indeed considered equal to one standard 12-ounce beer.

While a standard 12-ounce regular beer contains approximately 153 calories, a typical mojito can pack a higher calorie count, potentially exceeding 170 calories, before considering customization. The question of whether are mojitos healthier than beer is more complex than a simple calorie comparison and depends heavily on preparation and serving size.

According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), a standard alcoholic drink contains 14 grams (0.6 ounces) of pure alcohol. While a shot of rum has a much higher alcohol percentage by volume (ABV), a standard serving of both rum and beer contains roughly the same amount of pure alcohol.