Bottled Cocktail Labeled "Low-Calorie"

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Created on 04, November, 2014

A bottled margarita is claimed to be low in calories, with only 41 calories per 1.5 oz.

Any such claim would need to be supported with a statement of average analysis (nutrition info) on the product and anywhere the claim is made (e.g., website). The serving size in this case is 5 fluid oz (not 1.5 oz, which would be appropriate for straight liquor, but not a mixed drink). That quantity of the beverage would have much more than 40 calories (the maximum allowed per serving for use of the "low-calorie" claim), so this product cannot be called "low in calories."