are shots less calories than beer?
150 Calories or Less A 1.5-ounce shot of 80-proof liquor, such as vodka, rum, tequila, or gin, has 100 calories. A 12-ounce light beer has 100 calories and 5 carbohydrate grams. A 6-ounce glass of white wine has 120 calories and 1.4 carbohydrate grams. A 1.5-ounce shot of 100-proof liquor has 124 calories.