Beer and mixed drinks
Beer, liqueurs, and mixed liquor drinks should be avoided when following a ketogenic diet because of their high carb and low nutritional content. Here are the carb content of some popular options:
- Beer: 1 can (356 mL) - 13 grams
- Vodka tonic: 1 drink (255 mL) - 15 grams
- Rum and cola: 1 drink (225 mL) - 18 grams
- Margarita: 1 drink (225 mL) - 36 grams
Remember that the majority of the carbs in mixed drinks like vodka tonic or rum and coke come from purees, juices, sodas, and liqueurs. Instead, if you want to drink, lower-carb beverages, such as dry red or white wine or hard liquor, will be your best bet because they contain 5 g of carbs or less per typical serving. However, it should be noted that the majority of alcoholic beverages are low in micronutrients such as vitamins and minerals.
