Quick answer: White Claw nutrition facts for a standard 12 fl oz (355 ml) US can are 100 calories, 2 g carbs, 2 g sugar, 0 g fat, 20 mg sodium and 5% ABV. Most of those calories come from the alcohol, not the sugar. White Claw Surge is 160 calories and 8% ABV per 12 oz can. The UK 330 ml can is 4.5% ABV, 95 kcal and 1.5 units.
White Claw nutrition facts are simple on the label, yet the label leaves out the number that matters most: how much alcohol you are drinking. This guide covers calories, carbs and ingredients by product, then explains what one can means in US standard drinks and UK units. The brand is made by the Mark Anthony Group and launched in the US in 2016.
White Claw Nutrition Facts Per Can
The White Claw nutrition facts table below uses one basis: one can, as sold. Retailer label listings were used for the US and UK figures. Alcohol grams, US standard drinks and UK units are calculated from can size and ABV, so you can compare cans of different sizes fairly.
| Product (per can) | Size | ABV | Calories | Carbs | Sugar | Alcohol* | US drinks* | UK units* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Claw Hard Seltzer (US) | 12 fl oz / 355 ml | 5% | 100 | 2 g (1% DV) | 2 g, all added (4% DV) | 14 g | 1.0 | 1.8 |
| White Claw Surge (US) | 12 fl oz / 355 ml | 8% | 160 | 2 g | 2 g | 22 g | 1.6 | 2.8 |
| White Claw Surge tall can (US) | 19.2 fl oz / 568 ml | 8% | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified | 36 g | 2.6 | 4.5 |
| White Claw 70 (US, availability varies) | 12 fl oz / 355 ml | 3.7% | 70 | Not verified | 0 g | 10 g | 0.7 | 1.3 |
| White Claw Hard Seltzer (UK) | 330 ml | 4.5% | 95 kcal | Not listed | Not listed | 12 g | 0.8 | 1.5 |
In short, the original US can is almost exactly one US standard drink. By contrast, a single Surge tall can holds about 2.6 standard drinks. That gap is the most useful thing on this page, because the cans look alike on the shelf.
Where the 100 Calories Actually Come From
Alcohol supplies about 7 calories per gram. A 12 oz can at 5% ABV holds roughly 14 g of alcohol, which works out to about 98 calories. The 2 g of sugar adds about 8 more. Together that is roughly 106 calories, which the label rounds to 100.
So, when you read White Claw nutrition facts, remember that more than 90% of the energy in a can comes from alcohol. This explains a pattern that confuses many readers. Surge has the same 2 g of sugar as the original, yet 60 more calories. The only real difference is the extra alcohol. Likewise, White Claw 70 drops calories mainly by lowering ABV to 3.7%, not by removing much sugar.
For this reason, “low sugar” and “low calorie” on a hard seltzer tell you little about intoxication. Check the ABV and the can size instead. Our guide on how to read nutrition labels explains rounding rules and serving sizes in more detail.
White Claw Ingredients
Alongside the White Claw nutrition facts panel, the US Natural Lime label lists, in order: purified carbonated water, alcohol, natural flavors, cane sugar, citric acid, natural lime juice concentrate and sodium citrate. Other flavors swap the juice concentrate for their own fruit, such as black cherry, mango, ruby grapefruit, watermelon or pineapple.
The alcohol is not vodka. Instead, White Claw uses a fermented alcohol base made from gluten-free sources, sometimes with cane sugar. In the US it is regulated as a malt beverage even though it does not use malted barley. The brand markets its cans as gluten-free. However, that claim comes from the company, so people with coeliac disease should check the label sold in their own country.
White Claw Nutrition Facts by Flavor
Within the standard US range, flavor does not change White Claw nutrition facts. Natural Lime, Black Cherry, Mango, Ruby Grapefruit, Watermelon, Pineapple and the other core flavors each list 100 calories, 2 g carbs and 2 g sugar per 12 oz can. The only change is the fruit juice concentrate in the ingredient list.
Meanwhile, the product line matters far more than the flavor. Surge, 70 and the UK range differ in ABV and can size, as the table above shows. Therefore, always read which line you are holding before comparing numbers.
White Claw Nutrition Facts vs Other Drinks
Truly, the closest rival, sits in the same 100-calorie range per 12 oz can. Our Truly nutrition facts page breaks it down by flavor. In contrast, a flavored malt drink such as Twisted Tea carries far more sugar; see Twisted Tea nutrition facts for the figures.
Is White Claw healthier than beer? It is lower in carbs than most regular beers, but it is not more nutritious. Neither drink supplies meaningful vitamins, minerals or protein. At equal ABV and volume, the alcohol dose is the same, and the alcohol drives most of the health effects. If you are comparing wine, our page on lower-calorie wines uses the same per-serving approach.
What the Evidence Says About Common White Claw Claims
| Claim | Where it stands |
|---|---|
| White Claw is a healthy drink | Not supported. It is lower in sugar than many mixed drinks, but it is still an alcoholic drink with no nutritional benefit. |
| White Claw is healthier than beer | Overstated. It has fewer carbs than most regular beers. The alcohol per can is similar at 5% ABV. |
| All flavors have the same nutrition | Supported within the standard US 12 oz range. Not true across Surge, 70 or UK cans. |
| Surge is double the calories | Not supported. Surge is 160 calories per 12 oz can, 60% more than the original. |
| Citric acid in White Claw damages teeth | Plausible, not proven for this product. Lab tests show flavored sparkling waters can erode enamel, similar to or more than orange juice. No study has tested White Claw itself. |
| Low sugar means it is less intoxicating | Not supported. Intoxication depends on ABV and volume, not sugar. |
| White Claw is gluten-free | Brand claim. The base is made without malted barley and cans are marketed as gluten-free. Check your local label. |
On teeth, the concern is acidity rather than sugar. A 2007 lab study found flavored sparkling waters had a pH between 2.74 and 3.34. The authors advised treating them as potentially erosive drinks. Sipping slowly over hours raises exposure, so drinking with food and rinsing with water may help. Our review of Clear American sparkling water covers the same acidity question for non-alcoholic seltzers.
White Claw and Alcohol Safety
White Claw nutrition facts do not show the health side of alcohol. Low-risk drinking advice also differs by country. The table below lists what each health authority currently says. Where the guidance uses standard drinks, remember that the size of a standard drink also differs.
| Country | Current guidance | One standard drink | One US White Claw (12 oz, 5%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines advise people to consume less alcohol for better overall health. They no longer set daily limits. | 14 g alcohol | 1.0 drink |
| United Kingdom | No more than 14 units a week on a regular basis, spread over 3 or more days. | 1 unit = 8 g (10 ml) | 1.8 units |
| Canada | 1 to 2 standard drinks a week is lower risk. 3 to 6 raises cancer risk. 7 or more raises heart disease and stroke risk. | 341 ml beer at 5% (about 13.5 g) | About 1.0 drink |
| Australia | No more than 10 standard drinks a week and no more than 4 on any one day. | 10 g alcohol | 1.4 drinks |
The World Health Organization goes further. It states that no level of alcohol is safe for health. Alcohol is a Group 1 carcinogen and causes at least seven types of cancer, including bowel cancer and breast cancer.
Who should not drink White Claw
- People who are pregnant or trying to conceive. US, UK, Canadian and Australian health authorities all advise not drinking at all. Canada’s guidance says there is no known safe amount, and that avoiding alcohol is also safest while breastfeeding.
- Anyone under the legal drinking age. That is 21 in the US and 18 in the UK and Australia. In Canada it is 18 or 19 depending on the province. Australian guidance says people under 18 should not drink at all.
- Anyone driving, operating machinery or supervising children.
- People taking medicines that interact with alcohol. See the next section.
Alcohol and medicines
The US National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism lists many medicines that interact with alcohol. They include sleep aids, anxiety medicines such as benzodiazepines, opioid pain relievers, antidepressants, antihistamines and muscle relaxants. Alcohol with these can cause heavy sedation and slowed breathing.
In addition, alcohol with warfarin or NSAIDs such as ibuprofen raises bleeding risk. With some diabetes medicines, such as glipizide, it can cause dangerously low blood sugar. Metronidazole and some other antibiotics can cause flushing, vomiting and a fast heartbeat. Older adults face higher risk because alcohol clears more slowly with age. Ask a pharmacist before drinking if you take any regular medicine. If you live with gout, our page on gout and diet covers how alcohol can trigger attacks.
Frequently Asked Questions About White Claw Nutrition Facts
A standard 12 oz US can of White Claw Hard Seltzer has 100 calories. White Claw Surge has 160 calories per 12 oz can, and the UK 330 ml can lists 95 kcal.
A standard 12 oz can has 2 g of total sugar, all of it added cane sugar. That is 4 percent of the current 50 g Daily Value for added sugars.
A standard 12 oz can has 2 g of total carbohydrate. White Claw Surge also lists 2 g per 12 oz can.
In the US, yes. A 12 oz can at 5 percent ABV holds about 14 g of alcohol, which is one US standard drink. In UK terms it is about 1.8 units. A 19.2 oz Surge can is about 2.6 US standard drinks.
Because the extra calories come from alcohol. Alcohol has about 7 calories per gram, and Surge is 8 percent ABV instead of 5 percent, so it carries about 8 g more alcohol per 12 oz can.
It has fewer carbs than most regular beers, but it is not more nutritious. At the same ABV and volume, the alcohol dose is the same, and alcohol drives most of the health effects.
White Claw is marketed as gluten-free and its alcohol base is not made from malted barley. The claim comes from the brand, so people with coeliac disease should check the label sold in their country.
It may be. White Claw contains citric acid, and lab studies show flavored sparkling waters can erode tooth enamel. Drinking with food, not sipping for hours, and rinsing with water can reduce exposure.
No. Health authorities in the US, UK, Canada and Australia all advise not drinking alcohol during pregnancy or when trying to conceive.
Related Reading
- Truly Nutrition Facts: Calories, Carbs and Health
- Twisted Tea Nutrition Facts: Calories, Sugar and Carbs by Flavor
- Is Clear American Sparkling Water Healthy?
- Fast Food and Brand Nutrition Facts: The Complete Guide
Sources
- White Claw Hard Seltzer Natural Lime, label listing (Stop and Shop, retailer): stopandshop.com
- White Claw Surge 12 oz, product listing (Sam’s Club, retailer): samsclub.com
- White Claw Hard Seltzer Natural Lime 330 ml, UK listing (Tesco, retailer): tesco.com
- Food Network, White Claw 70: foodnetwork.com
- Tasting Table, the type of alcohol in White Claw: tastingtable.com
- CDC, About Standard Drink Sizes: cdc.gov
- CDC, About Alcohol Use During Pregnancy: cdc.gov
- AASLD statement on alcohol in the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans: aasld.org
- NHS, The risks of drinking too much: nhs.uk
- Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction, Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health: ccsa.ca
- NHMRC, Australian guidelines to reduce health risks from drinking alcohol: nhmrc.gov.au
- WHO Europe, No level of alcohol consumption is safe for our health: who.int
- NIAAA, Harmful Interactions: Mixing Alcohol With Medicines: niaaa.nih.gov
- Brown C et al. The erosive potential of flavoured sparkling water drinks. International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry, 2007: research.birmingham.ac.uk
Disclaimer: This article is for general information only and is not medical advice. White Claw nutrition facts, formulas and labels change, so check the can you buy. If you have questions about alcohol and your health or medicines, speak with a doctor or pharmacist.
Last reviewed and rewritten November 2026.
