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Ouzo Calories
Greek anise-flavored spirit, high alcohol, low nutrients
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Ouzo (50 g) has 165 calories. That works out to 330 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.5 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Ouzo Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 50 g
165
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
2.5g
· 1% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 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 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
Ouzo nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (50 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 165 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.5 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
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 Serving of Ouzo?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 92 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 99 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 120 g | 396 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 200 g | 660 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 700 g | 2310 kcal |
Calculated from 330 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ouzo
What is ouzo?
Ouzo is a Greek anise-flavoured spirit with a high alcohol content. It is commonly served with meze, either neat or diluted with cold water; adding water often makes the clear drink turn cloudy.
How do you drink ouzo?
Ouzo is usually sipped slowly, neat or with cold water, and served alongside food. Add water gradually if you want to soften its strong anise flavour. It is traditionally enjoyed as a leisurely drink rather than taken as a shot.
Why does ouzo turn cloudy when you add water?
Ouzo turns cloudy because anethole, the aromatic compound associated with anise, dissolves in alcohol but not as readily in water. Adding water causes tiny droplets to form throughout the drink. This natural cloudiness does not mean the ouzo has spoiled.
What is the difference between ouzo and raki?
Ouzo is a Greek anise spirit, while raki is traditionally associated with Turkey. Both become cloudy when diluted, but they are made under different production traditions and can differ in ingredients, distillation methods, and flavour.
What does ouzo taste like?
Ouzo has a pronounced anise and liquorice-like flavour, often with herbal or spicy notes. Its strong aroma can seem sharp when served neat, while cold water softens the taste and brings out its aromatic character.
What food goes well with ouzo?
Ouzo pairs especially well with seafood, grilled octopus, olives, salty cheeses, and vegetable meze. These savoury dishes complement its anise flavour. In Greece, it is commonly enjoyed slowly with shared plates rather than as a drink on its own.
Does ouzo have to be mixed with water?
No, ouzo does not have to be mixed with water; it can be served neat or over ice. Cold water is a popular choice because it softens the strong spirit and releases its anise aroma, turning it cloudy.
How strong is ouzo?
Ouzo is a high-alcohol spirit, but its exact strength varies by producer and bottle. Check the alcohol-by-volume figure on the label rather than assuming all ouzo is the same strength, and sip it slowly.
Where does ouzo come from?
Ouzo comes from Greece and is closely associated with Greek food and drinking traditions. It is often served in tavernas and shared over meze, especially in coastal areas and on the Greek islands.
Can you drink ouzo during pregnancy?
No. Ouzo is an alcoholic spirit, and no amount of alcohol is established as safe during pregnancy. Avoid it while pregnant; if you need help stopping alcohol or have already consumed some, speak with your healthcare professional.
Ouzo Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Magnesium
0.5mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.5mg · 0% DV
Sodium
1mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
Ouzo Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Ouzo
To burn the 165 calories in 1 serving (medium) (50 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Ouzo?
Ouzo is a Greek anise-flavoured spirit, usually clear and colourless in the glass. Its distinctive aroma is often likened to liquorice, and adding water can turn it a milky white.
In Greece it is commonly sipped slowly, neat or with water and ice, alongside small plates such as seafood, olives and other meze. Elsewhere, it works much the same way as an aperitif or a drink to share with savoury snacks. Ouzo is high in alcohol and provides few nutrients; most of its energy comes from the alcohol. Serve it with water and take your time.
How Nutritious Is Ouzo?
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
Low
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 Ouzo 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 Ouzo Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Ouzo Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Ouzo Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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