Vodka

Alcohol · Spirits

TLDRLast updated 7 October 2026

Vodka: the low FODMAP reference is 30 ml. Measure plain vodka by volume. Flavoured vodka, sweetened spirits and finished cocktails require separate checks; a low FODMAP reference does not recommend alcohol intake.

Serving sizes for vodka

Vodka: 30 ml low. Use the stated preparation and unit.

Low

1 shotabout 30 ml

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 Vodka and their FODMAP ratings
Serving	Amount	FODMAP rating
1 standard shot
Reference portion	Not available	Moderate
Reference portion	Not available	High

Is vodka low FODMAP?

The references for vodka are 30 ml low. They are comparison portions, not exact transition cutoffs or personal tolerance limits. No moderate or high reference is supplied; an unavailable value does not mean zero.

Vodka and IBS: what to know

For vodka, keep the exact form and amount in mind. Alcohol, caffeine and fizzy drinks can affect IBS independently of a FODMAP rating. NHS: diet and lifestyle with IBS. This public source supplies background, not verification of the numerical table.

Gut-friendly ways to eat vodka

Measure plain vodka by volume. Flavoured vodka, sweetened spirits and finished cocktails require separate checks; a low FODMAP reference does not recommend alcohol intake. Compare Vodka, Vodka Soda. These guides describe their own preparations and portions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the FODMAP portion for vodka?

Vodka: 30 ml low. These values apply to vodka.

How should I measure or check vodka?

Measure plain vodka by volume. Flavoured vodka, sweetened spirits and finished cocktails require separate checks; a low FODMAP reference does not recommend alcohol intake.

Which other guides are useful when comparing vodka?

Compare Vodka, Vodka Soda. These guides describe their own preparations and portions.

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Sources and editorial notes

NHS: diet and lifestyle with IBS
General IBS guidance on caffeine, alcohol and fizzy drinks; not evidence for a food-specific FODMAP portion.

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.

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