What are the nutritional values of tonic water soda?
Regular tonic water is a sweetened soft drink: roughly 110 to 130 calories and about 30 grams of sugar or more per 12 fl oz, depending on the brand. Zero-sugar tonic has about 0 calories. It has no fat or protein. Check the label, because values vary by brand.
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What are the nutrition facts for tonic water?
Tonic water is carbonated water with sweetener, citric acid and quinine for its bitter taste. US brand labels list about 130 calories per 12 fl oz for regular tonic, and a generic data entry gives about 124. Sugar is roughly 30 g or more per 12 fl oz. It has no fat. Values vary by brand, so check the label.
| Type | Approx. per 12 fl oz |
|---|---|
| Regular tonic | About 110 to 130 calories; about 30 g sugar or more |
| Zero-sugar tonic | About 0 calories, with artificial sweetener |
Is tonic water low in calories?
No. Regular tonic has about as much sugar as many sodas, so it is not a diet mixer. For fewer calories, choose a zero-sugar or light tonic.
What is quinine in tonic water?
Quinine is a bitter compound from cinchona bark, once used to treat malaria. In the US, the FDA regulation allows quinine in carbonated beverages at up to 83 parts per million, and the label must state that quinine is present. That is a flavoring limit, far below the doses used in quinine medicines. Tonic water is not a treatment for malaria or leg cramps, and the FDA has warned against using quinine medicines for leg cramps. Ask a doctor if you are pregnant, take medication or have had a reaction to quinine.
How to use tonic water
- Mixer for gin or vodka; remember the sugar adds up.
- Mix half tonic, half soda water to cut sugar.
- Choose zero-sugar if you are watching calories.
What else to check on the label
- Sweetener: sugar, corn syrup or a zero-calorie sweetener.
- Serving size: cans and bottles differ.
- Vitamin and mineral claims: tonic is not a significant source of vitamins.
This is general information, not medical advice.
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How many calories are in tonic water?
Regular tonic is about 110 to 130 calories per 12 fl oz depending on the brand. Zero-sugar tonic has about 0. Check the label.
How much sugar is in tonic water?
Roughly 30 grams or more per 12 fl oz for regular tonic, about as much as many sodas.
Is the quinine in tonic water safe?
In the US, quinine in carbonated drinks is limited to 83 parts per million and must be declared on the label. Ask a doctor if you have a condition or take medication.
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