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    15 Lowest Calorie Alcohol Drinks

    Published: Nov 11, 2023 · By: Joe Duff

    This guide to the lowest calorie alcohol has everything you need to know about enjoying your favorite drinks on a low calorie diet. Whether you’re looking for the lowest calorie liquor, wine, or beer, there’s something on this list for you!

    A compilation of 5 different low calorie drinks.

    Table of Contents

    • The Best Low Calorie Alcohols
      • 1. Light Beer
      • 2. Vodka
      • 3. Tequila
      • 4. Rum
      • 5. Brandy
      • 6. Hard Seltzer
      • 7. Whiskey
      • 8. Gin
      • 9. Prosecco
      • 10. White Wine
      • 11. Champagne
      • 12. Red Wine
      • 13. Rosé
      • 14. Vermouth
      • 15. Beer
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    The Best Low Calorie Alcohols

    Trying to keep your calorie intake lower doesn’t mean you have to cut out alcoholic drinks completely, and this low calorie alcoholic drinks list is all the proof you need! It includes all of the top lowest calorie alcohol options that you can enjoy in a variety of ways.

    You can even get creative and make some of the best mixed drinks using zero calorie mixers, so you can keep all of the options healthy alcoholic drinks.

    Now, just so you know, I arranged this list of low calorie alcohol based on the total calorie count per serving size. And the list is in ascending order starting with the lowest calorie alcohol drink.

    Also, I included my recommendations for what I think are the best brands for each alcohol as well as the best low calorie mixed drinks to make with them.

    With all that said, let’s get into this list!

    1. Light Beer

    A bottle of Budweiser Select 55 beer.

    • Serving Size: 1 can or bottle (12 fl oz.)
    • Calories: 55
    • Carbohydrates: 1.9g
    • Sugar: 0g
    • Average ABV: 2.4%

    Believe it or not, light beer is one of the lowest calorie alcoholic drinks you can have! Light beer is a really refreshing option for easy drinking and a pretty good alternative to your favorite regular beer at just around 60 calories per can for most brands. 

    Now, if you like beer and hard seltzer, Bud Light just came out with a brand new drink called Bud Light Next. It is the first beer that has zero carbs! I gave it a try and have a video on my Youtube channel giving my honest review. You can check out the video here.

    By the way, Bud Select (pictured above) is the lowest calorie beer you can find. It has just 55 calories a bottle, and it pairs perfectly with this 5 minute air fryer tortilla pizza recipe.

    2. Vodka

    • Serving Size: 1 shot (1.5 fl oz.)
    • Calories: 97
    • Carbohydrates: 0g
    • Sugar: 0g
    • Average ABV: 40%

    Though a couple of the liquors on this list have the same nutritional value, vodka comes out as the lowest calorie liquor since you can make the most low calorie mixed drinks with it.

    I recommend making a vodka soda since sparkling water has 0 calories. And, of course, you’ll want to pick up a truly delicious vodka like Ketel One or Titos for the best results.

    Oh, and vodka is also perfect to add into this jungle juice or this sex on the beach recipe!

    3. Tequila

    A wooden board on a white counter with a glass of margarita on it there's a lime wedge on the rim of the glass into the right of a glass or a few lime slices. Behind it is another glass of margarita.

    • Serving Size: 1 shot (1.5 fl oz.)
    • Calories: 97
    • Carbohydrates: 0g
    • Sugar: 0g
    • Average ABV: 40%

    Another great liquor option is tequila. It's a low calorie liquor that’s perfect for parties and getting the good times rolling. In fact, I have a zero sugar margarita recipe (pictured above) that’s low in calories and tastes just like the real thing!

    Try it with a classic Don Julio or one of the newer brands making waves like Teremana with some fresh lime juice.

    4. Rum

    A bottle of Captain Morgan

    • Serving Size: 1 shot (1.5 fl oz.)
    • Calories: 97
    • Carbohydrates: 0g
    • Sugar: 0g
    • Average ABV: 40%

    Rum is surprisingly low in calories for how naturally sweet it is. That said, you’ll want to avoid rum brands that are sweetened with added sugars since they’ll have more calories.

    Some great options are Captain Morgan and Bacardi Superior. And for one of the best low calorie drinks, mix it with some zero sugar Coca-Cola.

    5. Brandy

    A bottle of E&J Brandy

    • Serving Size: 1 shot (1.5 fl oz.)
    • Calories: 97
    • Carbohydrates: 0g
    • Sugar: 0g
    • Average ABV: 40%

    Although it tastes rich and indulgent, brandy is actually pretty low in calories. Make a hot toddy with brandy and your favorite unsweetened tea for a refreshing and healthy alcoholic drink.

    There are some pretty excellent and affordable options available like Christian Brothers and E&J.

    6. Hard Seltzer

    A bottle of hard seltzer

    • Serving Size: 1 can or bottle (12 fl oz.)
    • Calories: 100
    • Carbohydrates: 2g
    • Sugar: 0g
    • Average ABV: 6%

    If you’re looking for a light buzz in an ultra refreshing way, hard seltzers are an excellent choice. These seltzers are all the rage right now, and they're some of the best low calorie alcoholic drinks you'll find.

    Plus, there are so many hard seltzer brands that you can choose from! Truly is one of the most popular brands right now, and they offer a ton of different flavors, and types of hard seltzers, such as lemonade, iced tea, and fruit punch! 

    7. Whiskey

    A bottle of Jack Daniels

    • Serving Size: 1 shot (1.5 fl oz.)
    • Calories: 105
    • Carbohydrates: 0g
    • Sugar: 0g
    • Average ABV: 43%

    Nothing beats a whiskey on the rocks for unwinding after a long day. And the great news is, it only comes to about 105 calories per glass.

    Evan Williams is a really excellent and inexpensive option, while Jack Daniels is a classic option that is probably the most popular whiskey.

    8. Gin

    A bottle of Bombay Gin

    • Serving Size: 1 shot (1.5 fl oz.)
    • Calories: 110
    • Carbohydrates: 0g
    • Sugar: 0g
    • Average ABV: 40%

    Tonic water is pretty high in calories, so you can make your favorite gin & tonic healthier by using 0-calorie sparkling water or diet tonic instead and some fresh lime juice, of course! 

    But not all gin brands are made equal, so you’ll want to invest in a good-quality gin for the best flavor and fewer calories. You can’t go wrong with the iconic Bombay Sapphire or try something a little different like Roku Japanese Craft Gin.

    9. Prosecco

    A bottle of Prosecco.

    • Serving Size: 1 glass (5 fl oz.)
    • Calories: 110
    • Carbohydrates: 0g
    • Sugar: 0g
    • Average ABV: 12%

    Prosecco is a must-have for making the best mixed drinks. Combine this bubbly alcohol with fruits or fruit juice  - let this list of the best fruits for weight loss be your guide - for a low calorie Prosecco cocktail.

    Crisp Proseccos like Mionetto or La Marca are great options for this and are naturally lower in calories.

    10. White Wine

    A bottle of Cense Sauvignon Blanc.

    • Serving Size: 1 glass (5 fl oz.)
    • Calories: 120
    • Carbohydrates: 3.8g
    • Sugar: 1.4g
    • Average ABV: 10%

    For the lowest calorie wine, you’ll want to pick up a dry white wine like Cense Sauvignon Blanc. Add club soda and an orange peel (or a squeeze of lime) for a refreshing, low-calorie white wine spritzer!

    And for even more low calorie wine options, check out this comprehensive low calorie wine list list.

    11. Champagne

    A glass of champagne.

    • Serving Size: 1 glass (5 fl oz.)
    • Calories: 121
    • Carbohydrates: 3.8g
    • Sugar: 1.4g
    • Average ABV: 12%

    Mimosas are an undisputed brunch staple, and you just can’t make them without champagne. However, you should make sure you use zero-sugar orange juice.

    Brut-style champagnes like Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label and Chandon Brut bring the perfect balance of flavor while keeping the alcohol content low. And, of course, they make some mean mimosas for fewer calories too.

    12. Red Wine

    Bottle of skinny girl Cabernet sauvignon.

    • Serving Size: 1 glass (5 fl oz.)
    • Calories: 125
    • Carbohydrates: 3.8g
    • Sugar: 0.9g
    • Average ABV: 13.5%

    You don’t have to give up red wine for low calorie drinks!

    A bottle of pinot noir has about 125 calories per glass and a relatively low sugar content compared to other red wine varieties. Skinnygirl Cabernet Sauvignon is a must-try red wine in this category.

    And for more options, I have a list of the best low calorie wines you can check out!

    13. Rosé

    Three bottles of un'sweet zero sugar Pinot Grigio.

    • Serving Size: 1 glass (5 fl oz.)
    • Calories: 126
    • Carbohydrates: 5.8g
    • Sugar: 5.8g
    • Average ABV: 12%

    Rosé is undoubtedly the most indulgent low calorie alcoholic drink on this list, but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy it while staying in a calorie deficit. Un'sweet zero sugar Pinot Grigio is a great if you want something with a low calorie content at just 126 calories per serving.

    Mumm Napa and Jacques Bardelot have some really fantastic Brut Rose options. And for even more options, check out the wine list I just mentioned! 

    14. Vermouth

    A bottle of L'Aperitivo.

    • Serving Size: 2 shots (3 fl oz.)
    • Calories: 135
    • Carbohydrates: 10.2g
    • Sugar: 1g
    • Average ABV: 17%

    A couple of shots of vermouth served neat, chilled, or on the rocks is the best way to enjoy this extra dry liquor. It goes great with a simple lemon wedge - or olive - and mixes well with sparkling water.

    15. Beer

    A bottle of Michelob Ultra.

    • Serving Size: 1 can or bottle (12 fl oz.)
    • Calories: 85
    • Carbohydrates: 2.5g
    • Sugar: 0g
    • Average ABV: 2.8%

    Although beer isn’t the best choice for low-calorie drinking, you can still enjoy a cold one at dinner and maintain your caloric deficit if you monitor your intake.

    And you can check out my guide of the low calorie beers for the best options. The majority of them have under 100 calories and the lowest has just 55 calories! And you have 25 options to choose from! So you don't have to have just one drink.

    More Low Calorie Lists

    If you liked this guide on the lowest calorie alcohols that you can drink, I have a ton of other low calorie guides on the blog!

    Here are a few of my favorite low calorie options to check out next:

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    • Low Calorie Starbucks Orders
    • Low Calorie Dunkin Donuts
    • Low Calorie Chick Fil A
    • Low Calorie Subway
    • Low Calorie Burger King
    • Low calorie fruit
    • Low calorie cocktails

    Also, if you're looking for a low calorie meal to go with your low calorie alcoholic drinks, give this low calorie pizza recipe a try!

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    Hey there! I'm Joe Duff - The Diet Chef, and I've been creating low carb keto recipes for over 15 years. Initally, I started making these recipes to help myself lose weight - I lost over 75 pounds doing so - but now I make recipes for the entire low carb keto community!
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