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Cocktail foam Calories
Low-calorie cocktail topping; typically made with egg white or foaming agent
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 tablespoon (medium) of Cocktail foam (30 g) has 16 calories. That works out to 52 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.3 g of carbs, 1.1 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Cocktail foam Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
16
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
2.3g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 63% · Protein 30% · Fat 7%
Cocktail foam nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 16 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.3 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 2 Tablespoons of Cocktail foam?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 20 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 30 g | 16 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 45 g | 23 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (half) | 60 g | 31 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 52 kcal |
| ½ cup (whole) | 120 g | 62 kcal |
Calculated from 52 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cocktail foam
What is cocktail foam?
Cocktail foam is a light, airy layer served on top of a drink. It can be made with egg white, aquafaba, or a commercial foaming ingredient, adding a soft texture and a finished look.
How do you make cocktail foam at home?
You can make cocktail foam by shaking egg white or aquafaba with the other drink ingredients before adding ice, then shaking again with ice. Strain the drink carefully so the foam settles on top.
Which drinks are commonly served with cocktail foam?
Cocktail foam is common on sour-style drinks such as a Whiskey Sour, Pisco Sour, and Gin Fizz. Its airy layer balances the drink’s sharper flavors and gives the surface a smooth texture.
Why does cocktail foam collapse?
Cocktail foam can collapse if it is under-shaken, left standing too long, or mixed with ingredients that interfere with bubbles. Shake the ingredients thoroughly and serve the drink soon after pouring to preserve the foam.
Can cocktail foam be made without egg white?
Yes, cocktail foam can be made without egg white. Aquafaba, the liquid from cooked or canned chickpeas, whips into a useful foam; commercial foaming drops or powders are another option.
What does a dry shake do for cocktail foam?
A dry shake aerates the cocktail ingredients before ice is added. This helps egg white or aquafaba build a fuller foam; a second shake with ice then chills and dilutes the drink.
Is cocktail foam made with raw egg white safe to drink?
Raw egg white can carry a foodborne illness risk. Use pasteurized egg white if you want an egg-based cocktail foam, prepare it fresh, and serve the drink promptly rather than leaving it at room temperature.
Can you prepare cocktail foam ahead of time?
Cocktail foam is best made just before serving because its bubbles gradually lose volume. If a mixture containing egg white must wait briefly, keep it covered and refrigerated, and use it promptly.
Does cocktail foam change the taste of a drink?
Cocktail foam usually changes a drink’s texture more than its flavor. Egg white is fairly neutral, while sweetened foam ingredients can add noticeable sweetness, so account for them when balancing the cocktail.
Can cocktail foam go on a non-alcoholic drink?
Yes, cocktail foam works on non-alcoholic drinks too. Add it to a citrus-based mocktail, juice, or lemonade for an airy top layer, and serve soon after shaking so the foam does not fade.
Cocktail foam Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
Biotin
0.9µg · 3% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
B12
0.02µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Selenium
1.8µg · 3% DV
Sodium
20mg · 1% DV
Iodine
1.2µg · 1% DV
Magnesium
1.8mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
14mg · 0% DV
Cocktail foam Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cocktail foam
To burn the 16 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Cocktail foam?
Cocktail foam is the airy layer served on top of a drink, commonly made with egg white or a foaming agent. It has a mild flavour of its own, adding a silky texture and a polished finish rather than changing the cocktail’s main taste. The technique is familiar in contemporary bars around the world, especially in drinks with citrus.
It is often shaken into a foam and poured over sours, where it softens the first sip and can hold a garnish. Cocktail foam is low in calories—52 per 100 g—though a serving is usually just a small topping. Use a little for a lighter finish, and pair it with bright, tart cocktails.
How Nutritious Is Cocktail foam?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Cocktail foam Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Cocktail foam Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cocktail foam Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Cocktail foam Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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