Many low-carb alcohol options are available if you follow a keto diet. For instance, pure forms of alcohol like whiskey, gin, tequila, rum and vodka are all completely free of carbs. These beverages can be drunk straight or combined with low-carb mixers for more flavor. Wine and light varieties of beer are also relatively low in carbs — usually 3–4 grams per serving.
Note:Pure alcohol products like rum, vodka, gin, tequila and whiskey all contain no carbs. In addition, light beer and wine can be relatively low in carbs.
Keto-friendly mixers are just as important as the alcohol itself. Watch out for common mixers like juice, soda, sweeteners and energy drinks they can quickly turn a carb-free drink into a high-calorie carb bomb. Instead, opt for low-carb mixers like diet soda, sugar-free tonic water, seltzer or powdered flavor packets. These mixers can keep your carb intake low while boosting your beverage’s taste.
Note:Low-carb mixers like seltzer, sugar-free tonic water, diet soda and powdered flavor packets can keep your drink’s carb content minimal.
Many alcoholic beverages are loaded with carbs, some varieties packing over 30 grams in a single serving. For example, cocktails and mixed drinks usually rely on high-carb, sugary ingredients like juice, soda, sweeteners or syrups. Meanwhile, regular beer is produced from starch and can contain upwards of 12 grams of carbs in just one can.
Note:Regular beer, cocktails and mixed drinks are often high in carbs, loading 10–32 grams per serving. These are best avoided if you’re on a keto diet.