Tag: Tonic water sugar

An average vodka tonic can contain over 150 calories and as much sugar as a soda due to the tonic water. This fact challenges the common perception that a vodka tonic is a healthy drink option, revealing a hidden source of calories and sugar.

The FDA limits quinine in tonic water to no more than 83 parts per million (ppm), a regulation stemming from the compound's potent and sometimes harmful medicinal properties in high doses. However, the health considerations go beyond just quinine concentration, encompassing sugar content and individual sensitivities that can impact well-being.

According to official nutritional data, a standard Fever-Tree Indian Tonic Water contains approximately 8g of sugar per 100ml, while its 'Light' counterpart has significantly less. The precise sugar content depends heavily on the specific product and whether it belongs to the brand's regular or 'Refreshingly Light' range.

According to the USDA, a standard 12-ounce serving of regular tonic water contains about 32 grams of sugar. This means that nearly all the sugar in a Tanqueray and Tonic comes from the mixer, since pure gin contains virtually no sugar.

According to the USDA, a standard 12-ounce serving of tonic water can contain over 30 grams of sugar, while club soda contains zero grams. The primary difference is the addition of sugar and quinine to tonic water, making it a sugary soft drink rather than a sugar-free alternative like club soda.