Whether it's counting how many calories or carbohydrates are in each drink, the debate on whether wine is better for you than beer has long rumbled on. It was uncovered that wine drinkers are at a 'significantly lower risk of death' than those who prefer to reach for a beer, cider or even spirits. Prof Chen added: 'Even low to moderate intake of spirits, beer or cider is linked to higher mortality, while low to moderate intake of wine may carry lower risk.' It was found that numerous lifestyle factors could have impacted the results, however, with wine drinkers typically associated with healthier diets and higher levels of wealth. Furthermore, wine drinkers were more likely to consume their alcohol with meals, which is seen as a healthier habit, while spirits, cider and beer drinkers did not.

Source: Daily Mail March 20, 2026 21:23 UTC