1 bottle (medium) of Modelo beer (355 g) has 153 calories. That works out to 43 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.8 g of carbs, 1.4 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1.6 mg of B3 covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 89 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Modelo beer Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 bottle (medium) · 355 g

153

KCAL / 355G

Carbs

12.8g

· 5% DV

Protein

1.4g

· 3% DV

Fat

· 0% DV

Fiber

· 0% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 90% · Protein 10% · Fat 0%

Modelo beer nutrition facts table · 1 bottle (medium) (355 g)

Nutrient	Amount	% DV
Calories	153 kcal
Total fat	0 g	0%
Saturated fat	0 g	0%
Trans fat	0 g
Sodium	14 mg	1%
Total carbohydrate	12.8 g	5%
Fiber	0 g	0%
Protein	1.4 g	3%

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 1 Bottle of Modelo beer?

Serving	Amount	Calories
1 bottle (medium)	355 g	153 kcal
100 g	100 g	43 kcal
1 bottle (small)	210 g	90 kcal
1 cup (medium)	240 g	103 kcal
1 can (medium)	355 g	153 kcal
12 ounce (medium)	355 g	153 kcal
1 bottle (large)	473 g	203 kcal
16 ounce (large)	473 g	203 kcal
1 serving (large)	500 g	215 kcal

Calculated from 43 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Modelo beer

What kind of beer is Modelo beer?

Modelo beer is a Mexican lager brand. Modelo Especial is its best-known pale lager, while the range also includes darker styles such as Negra Modelo.

What does Modelo beer taste like?

Modelo Especial tastes crisp and moderately malty, with a light body and a clean finish. Negra Modelo is darker and fuller, with richer malt and toasted notes.

What is the alcohol content of Modelo beer?

Modelo Especial is 4.4% alcohol by volume. Other Modelo beers have different strengths, so check the bottle or can for the specific variety you are drinking.

What is the difference between Modelo Especial and Negra Modelo?

Modelo Especial is a pale, crisp lager, whereas Negra Modelo is a darker, maltier beer with a fuller flavor. They are distinct styles, not just different-colored versions of the same beer.

Is Modelo beer stronger than Corona?

Modelo Especial and Corona Extra are both 4.4% alcohol by volume in their standard versions, so Modelo Especial is not stronger. Other beers in either brand’s range may have different alcohol content.

Is Modelo beer Mexican?

Yes, Modelo beer originated in Mexico. The brand was founded in Mexico City in 1925, and its beers are still closely associated with Mexican lager styles.

How should you serve Modelo beer?

Serve Modelo beer chilled. Modelo Especial can be poured into a glass or enjoyed from the bottle, and a lime wedge is an optional addition rather than a requirement.

Can you make a michelada with Modelo beer?

Yes, Modelo Especial works well in a michelada. Pour it over lime juice and your preferred hot sauce in a seasoned glass, adjusting the spice and salt to taste.

What food goes well with Modelo beer?

Modelo Especial pairs well with tacos, grilled meats, and fried seafood; its crispness complements spicy flavors. The richer Negra Modelo suits roasted meats and more deeply savory dishes.

How long does Modelo beer last after opening?

Opened Modelo beer quickly loses carbonation and freshness. For the best taste, drink it the same day; if you need to keep it briefly, seal it and refrigerate it.

Modelo beer Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

1.6mg · 10% DV

0.14mg · 8% DV

0.09mg · 7% DV

Folate

21.3µg · 5% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

43mg · 6% DV

Magnesium

21mg · 5% DV

Copper

0.04mg · 4% DV

Selenium

2.13µg · 4% DV

Potassium ⭐

96mg · 3% DV

Sodium

14mg · 1% DV

Modelo beer Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Medium

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

10.6

Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Modelo beer

To burn the 153 calories in 1 bottle (medium) (355 g):

🚶

38min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

16min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

21min

Cycling

🏊

18min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Modelo beer?

Modelo beer is a Mexican lager, a pale, malt-based beer brewed with hops. It is known for a crisp, refreshing feel, with gentle grain and malt notes and a restrained bitterness. It is usually served well chilled, either straight from the bottle or poured into a glass.

It pairs easily with grilled food, salty snacks and casual meals; in Mexico it is often enjoyed alongside food rather than as a sweet or strongly flavoured drink. Modelo beer provides little protein and no fibre, with most of its energy coming from alcohol and carbohydrates. For a lighter choice, keep to a smaller serving and sip it alongside water.

How Nutritious Is Modelo beer?

Nutrient density

Low

8/ 100

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

36/ 100

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 Modelo beer 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 Modelo beer Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Modelo beer Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Modelo beer Fat Profile

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POLYUNSATURATED

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· Last updated: September 26, 2026

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How Many Calories in 1 Bottle of Modelo beer?

Frequently Asked Questions About Modelo beer

What kind of beer is Modelo beer?

What does Modelo beer taste like?

What is the alcohol content of Modelo beer?

What is the difference between Modelo Especial and Negra Modelo?

Is Modelo beer stronger than Corona?

Is Modelo beer Mexican?

How should you serve Modelo beer?

Can you make a michelada with Modelo beer?

What food goes well with Modelo beer?

How long does Modelo beer last after opening?

Modelo beer Vitamins & Minerals

Modelo beer Glycemic Index

How to Burn Off Modelo beer

What is Modelo beer?

How Nutritious Is Modelo beer?

Nutrient density

Satiety score

Is Modelo beer Processed?

Does Modelo beer Contain Allergens?

Which Diets Is Modelo beer Good For?

Modelo beer Fat Profile

Compare Modelo beer

Foods Similar to Modelo beer

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Modelo beer nutrition facts table · 1 bottle (medium) (355 g)