Calorie comparison
Beer vs Hot Chocolate
Per 100 grams, beer is the lighter choice by 34 calories, while hot chocolate delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Beer | Hot Chocolate |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 | 77 |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 3.5 g |
| Carbs | 3.6 g | 12 g |
| Fat | 0 g | 2.3 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🍺 Beer
12 oz (355 g)
153 cal
1.8 g protein · 12.8 g carbs · 0 g fat
☕ Hot Chocolate
1 cup (240 g)
185 cal
8.4 g protein · 28.8 g carbs · 5.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, beer or hot chocolate?
Per 100 g, beer has 43 calories and hot chocolate has 77. Beer is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, beer or hot chocolate?
Beer has 0.5 g of protein per 100 g; hot chocolate has 3.5 g. Hot Chocolate wins on protein.
Is beer or hot chocolate better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward beer — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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