How many carbs in cider?
USDA FoodData Central lists hard cider at 5.92 g of carbohydrate per 100 g, almost all as sugars, with about 56 kcal and 4.0 g alcohol. A 12 fl oz can portion is about 200 kcal in that dataset. Sweet ciders carry more residual sugar than dry ones; brand recipes still vary.
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Key facts
- Carbs. 5.92 g carbohydrate per 100 g hard cider (USDA FDC 2710621). [1]
- Sugars. 5.92 g total sugars per 100 g in the same entry. [1]
- Energy. 56 kcal per 100 g; about 200 kcal per 12 fl oz can portion. [1]
- Alcohol mass. 4.0 g per 100 g. [1]
How much sugar is in cider?
The USDA survey average puts sugars at 5.92 g per 100 g. [1] Fermentation can finish nearly dry, or stop with more residual sugar; back-sweetening raises the figure further. Label nutrition panels and sweetness words (dry, medium, sweet) beat any average. Gram bands by dryness are discussed in does dry cider have less sugar and the guide cider sweetness.
Hard cider nutrition facts
| Measure (USDA hard cider) | Per 100 g | 12 fl oz can (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 56 kcal | ~200 kcal |
| Alcohol | 4.0 g | ~21 g |
| Carbohydrate / sugars | 5.92 g | ~21 g |
Figures are survey averages, not a promise for every brand. [1] Pint calorie compares with beer belong on how many calories in cider.
Do dry ciders have fewer carbs?
Usually yes, because less residual sugar remains after fermentation. Choose dry or brut-labelled bottles when you want the lower end of the range, and confirm with the label when printed.
Related answers: how many calories in cider · does dry cider have less sugar
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Questions
Is cider keto-friendly?
That depends on residual sugar and your own diet rules — compare dry versus sweet in does dry cider have less sugar.
Sources
- FoodData Central: Hard cider (FDC ID 2710621, Survey (FNDDS) 2021–2023, published 31 Oct 2024) — USDA Agricultural Research Service