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The 20 Best Low-Carb Craft Beers for Keto Diets

Beer is not always the enemy of waistlines and active lifestyles. A variety of beers on the market can be part of any weight loss plan, even the popular keto diet.

The 20 Best Low-Carb Craft Beers for Keto Diets

 

FLIGHT

D.G. Yuengling & Son

Carbs: 2.6 grams

ABV: 4.2 percent

Calories: 95

FLIGHT is a recent creation from the oldest craft brewery in the United States boasts an extremely low carb count of only 2.6 grams. This beer is billed as the "next generation of light beer," and it's easy to see why.

A delicate flavor matches the light mouthfeel, making this lager an easy-drinking beer that's perfect for almost any occasion. Its ultra-low carb and calorie counts make this an easy choice for more health-conscious barbecues and get-togethers.

FLIGHT D.G. Yuengling & Son


IC Light Pittsburgh Brewing Co.

IC Light

Pittsburgh Brewing Co. 

Carbs: 2.8 grams

ABV: 4.2 percent

Calories: 95

Pittsburgh Brewing Co., also known as Iron City Brewing Co., is one of the most famous local breweries in Pittsburgh. Though a bit more of a large-scale producer than most craft brands, this regional powerhouse makes crisp, clean brews such as I.C. Light, which has far fewer carbs per serving than many of the most famous macro examples. With under 100 calories and only 2.8 grams of carbs per serving, this low-carb brew is one that those undergoing ketosis should have no qualms about quaffing.


DayTime IPA Lagunitas Brewing Co.

DayTime IPA

Lagunitas Brewing Co. 

Carbs: 3 grams

ABV: 4 percent

Calories: 98

Lagunitas, the storied brewery in Petaluma, California has recently revamped its popular Session IPA to make it more friendly to those that are employing the keto diet to lose weight. While some estimates show this beer to have 10 grams of carbs per serving, a quick glance at the revamped can design will give you all the information you need regarding this easy-drinking brew's carbohydrate count.


Shiner Ruby Redbird Spoetzl Brewery

Shiner Ruby Redbird

Spoetzl Brewery

Carbs: 3.1 grams

ABV: 4.01 percent

Calories: 95

The first of two Shiner beers by Spoetzl Brewery on this list, Ruby Redbird is a popular year-round beer from the Texas brewery brewed with ruby red grapefruit. A sessionable fruit beer that's easy-drinking and thirst-quenching, While available year-round, this release is perfectly suited for the warmer months and serves as an excellent poolside crusher.


Light Lager Beer Southbound Brewing Co.

Light Lager Beer

Southbound Brewing Co.

Carbs: 3.5 grams

ABV: 4.2 percent

Calories: 100

Southbound Brewing Co. in Savannah, Georgia has recently released this aptly named brew, which explicitly states what its style is right on the can. A smooth and effervescent craft light lager, Southbound crafted an excellent brew for those that enjoy sessionable light lagers, as well as a beer that will allow keto dieters to imbibe their favorite beverage while not breaking ketosis.


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Editorial Dept.'s picture
Thanks for the update Raymond69, Since this story was written a year before North Coast announced this, this change was not represented. A suitable replacement will be added to the story. Thanks for pointing this out!
Jaredk83's picture
I’ve tried a few of these and most are good. I was surprised to see that Ommegang was a lower carb as it has a good filling taste to it. My top beers thus far in the low carb category would have to be 1. Deschutes-wowza. Low carb hazy that despite only 4 carbs has a very good taste comparable to a regular hazy 2. Oksar Blues One-Y. Same level as Wowza with 4 grams carbs and about 100 cals and no compromise in taste 3. Lagunitas DayTime Ale- Very smooth and crushable beer and only 3.6 Grams. I really would like to try Kona kahana blonde as I like most their beers. Also was disappointed to find scrimshaw was not 2G as previously advertised but actually 11G. Major change.
Jaredk83's picture
I’ve tried a few of these and most are good. I was surprised to see that Ommegang was a lower carb as it has a good filling taste to it. My top beers thus far in the low carb category would have to be 1. Deschutes-wowza. Low carb hazy that despite only 4 carbs has a very good taste comparable to a regular hazy 2. Oksar Blues One-Y. Same level as Wowza with 4 grams carbs and about 100 cals and no compromise in taste 3. Lagunitas DayTime Ale- Very smooth and crushable beer and only 3.6 Grams. I really would like to try Kona kahana blonde as I like most their beers. Also was disappointed to find scrimshaw was not 2G as previously advertised but actually 11G. Major change.
Linkkoh's picture
My go to is Old nation's B43, Brut IPA 7% abv and only 4 carbs for pint https://untappd.com/b/old-nation-brewing-co-b-43/2964982
Adamant's picture
I recently found a new (to me and my area) low carb option from sudwerk. Solar Haze Hazy IPA, 4.3%, 99 cal, 3g carb (as stated on the can).
Editorial Dept.'s picture
Thank you all for chiming in with your choices on great low-carb beers for keto diets!
jay4paz's picture
Looks like Sufferfest didn't make it - they're out of business. Maybe it was the name...aimed at endurance athletes I guess, but I'm one of them and the name just didn't make me want to go out and try it.

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