Beer (regular)

TLDRLast updated 6 October 2026

Beer: the recorded FODMAP references are 375 ml low.

Serving sizes for beer (regular)

Beer: 375 ml low. Use the stated preparation and unit; intermediate amounts are not separately verified.

Low
375 mlabout 1 glass
FructoseLow
LactoseLow
FructansLow
GOSLow
SorbitolLow
MannitolLow

Reference portions

Select an amount or rating to update your portion. These are reference portions, not exact cut-offs or recommended intakes.
Reference portions for Beer (regular) and their FODMAP ratings
ServingAmountFODMAP rating
1 glass
Reference portionNot availableModerate
Reference portionNot availableHigh

Is beer (regular) low FODMAP?

These references apply to beer. They describe individual reference portions, not exact transition cutoffs or a personal tolerance limit. Compare Beer - Ale (Pale Ale, IPA), Beer - Fruit Beer/Radler/Shandy, Beer - Gluten-Free. Each guide describes its own preparation; a related food is not automatically a like-for-like substitute.

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Gut-friendly ways to eat beer (regular)

Match the preparation named here and measure the amount you will use. For a shared recipe, divide the ingredient total by the number of equal portions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the low FODMAP portion for beer (regular)?

The low reference is 375 ml. The full references are 375 ml low.

Can another preparation use these portions?

Compare Beer - Ale (Pale Ale, IPA), Beer - Fruit Beer/Radler/Shandy, Beer - Gluten-Free. Each guide describes its own preparation; a related food is not automatically a like-for-like substitute.

How should I measure this food?

Match the preparation named here and measure the amount you will use. For a shared recipe, divide the ingredient total by the number of equal portions.

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Sources and editorial notes

Published and maintained by Gut Friendly. This guide has not been independently reviewed by a dietitian. Serving information comes from our food catalogue. Where references are listed, they explain the research and preparation differences. Check the original source for current portions.

Gut Friendly provides general information, not medical advice.