Do espressos have calories? (Is there calories in espresso? + More information)

Espresso is known for providing a quick energy boost because of its high caffeine content. However, how healthy is it? Do espresso have calories? Read on to find out.

I am a huge fan of espresso and espresso-based drinks. And due to my health-freak nature, I just don’t consume anything without checking the nutritional content. Discovering espresso has less than three calories made me fall in love with it as I do not have to worry about gaining weight or being unhealthy. However, if you are caffeine-sensitive, espresso is not the best beverage for you. Keep reading to learn more about espresso and where it gets the few calories from.

How many calories are in a shot of espresso?

A shot of espresso typically contains very few calories, around one to three calories. Espresso is just a small amount of highly concentrated coffee. However, if you add additional ingredients to your espresso, such as milk or sugar, the calorie count will increase accordingly.

How many calories are in a liquid ounce of espresso?

The calorie content in a liquid ounce of espresso is the same as in a shot of espresso. That means a liquid ounce of espresso has around one to three calories. However, as stated above, you should expect the calories to vary depending on other ingredients and sweeteners you add to your drink.

Where do calories in espresso come from?

The calories in a shot of espresso come primarily from coffee oils and fat. Coffee beans contain carbohydrates, proteins, and small amounts of fat, which all contribute to the calorie content of the drink. During brewing, hot water is forced through finely-ground coffee beans to extract the flavors and caffeine from the beans.

This results in a highly concentrated coffee with a few calories, typically around 1 to 3 calories per fluid ounce. However, if you add additional ingredients to your espresso, such as milk or sugar, the calorie count will increase accordingly.

How many calories are in a sweetened espresso?

The calorie content in a sweetened espresso depends on the number of espresso shots used and other ingredients added. For example, a small serving size of cappuccino at Tim Hortons has 70 calories, a medium has 100 calories, and a large one has 140 calories. A medium serving size and a large one is made with two espresso shots. A small serving at Tim Hortons is 12 ounces, a medium is 16 ounces, and a large is 24 ounces.

Additionally, a small serving size of a latte has 80 calories, a medium has 120 calories, and a large one has 160 calories. On the other hand, a mocha has more calories because the sweeteners added to it have more calories. A small serving size of a mocha has 190 calories, a medium has 260 calories, and a large one has 350 calories.

Final thoughts

A single shot of espresso has few calories (1-3); hence it is a perfect drink for someone on a low-calorie diet. To maintain the calorie content low, you should ensure any other ingredients you add to your espresso are not rich in calories.

FAQ Section

Can you gain weight from espresso?

No, you cannot gain weight from espresso because it has no fat and very little calorie content.

Why is espresso unhealthy?

Espresso itself and when consumed in moderation, is not unhealthy. However, it becomes unhealthy when consumed in excess because of its high caffeine content, which might adversely affect your health. Furthermore, when consumed with sweeteners, it tends to have high-calorie content, making it unhealthy.