Espresso Shot
Per serving: 1 fl oz espresso shot (30g)
About Espresso Shot
A one-fluid-ounce restaurant-style espresso shot provides approximately 3 calories, 0.1 grams of protein, 0.5 grams of carbohydrate, a trace amount of fat, and no fiber. Plain espresso therefore has essentially no glycemic effect from carbohydrate.
Espresso is more concentrated than ordinary brewed coffee by volume. A standard shot supplies about 64 milligrams of caffeine together with magnesium, potassium, niacin, riboflavin, and coffee polyphenols, although values vary with bean, roast, dose, extraction time, and shot volume.
This entry represents espresso alone. Sugar, flavored syrup, whipped cream, chocolate, and milk can increase calories substantially, while an Americano made only with water keeps approximately the same nutrition as its espresso shots.
At-a-Glance Stats
Macronutrient Breakdown
3 kcal
Total calories per 1 fl oz espresso shot (30g)
Protein
Builds & repairs muscle tissue
0% of typical daily value
Carbohydrates
Primary fuel source for energy
1% of typical daily value
Total Fat
Supports hormones & nutrient uptake
0% of typical daily value
Dietary Fiber
Feeds gut bacteria & aids digestion
0% of typical daily value
Calories by Serving Size
All values are approximate. Actual nutrition may vary by apple variety (Fuji, Gala, Granny Smith, etc.).
Key Health Benefits
- 1
Plain espresso provides concentrated coffee flavor with only a few calories and virtually no sugar.
- 2
Its caffeine can temporarily improve alertness, attention, and perceived exercise effort in caffeine-tolerant adults.
- 3
Espresso contains chlorogenic acids and other coffee polyphenols with antioxidant activity.
- 4
Choosing plain espresso instead of a syrup-heavy specialty coffee can avoid a large amount of added sugar and calories.
- 5
Its very low carbohydrate content means a plain shot has no meaningful glycemic load.
Vitamins & Minerals
% Daily Value (2,000 cal diet):
≥20% High10-19% Good<10% LowExpert Tip
Drink espresso plain to keep its calorie count minimal. Caffeine is concentrated in a small volume, so count shots rather than cup size and avoid adding multiple late-day shots if they reduce sleep quality or trigger anxiety, reflux, tremor, or palpitations.
Diet Compatibility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Espresso Shot?›
Espresso Shot contains 3 calories per 1 fl oz espresso shot (30g). This includes 0.1g protein (0.4 kcal), 0.5g carbohydrates (2 kcal), and 0.1g fat (0.9 kcal).
How much protein does Espresso Shot have?›
Espresso Shot provides 0.1g of protein per 1 fl oz espresso shot (30g).
Is Espresso Shot good for weight loss?›
Its very low carbohydrate content means a plain shot has no meaningful glycemic load. With 3 calories per serving, it can fit well within a calorie-controlled diet.