If you’re following a keto or low-carb lifestyle, you may be searching for ways to celebrate this summer with an iced cold drink (or two). There are plenty of keto alcoholic drinks that will fit into your diet, like dry wines, unflavored spirits, and even light beers! If you like wine coolers or drinks on the sweeter side but don’t want all of the sugar, you’ll love the new hard seltzer craze!
What is hard seltzer?
Hard seltzers, also known as spiked seltzers, are malt alcohol with around the same ABV as a light beer with 70% fewer carbs. There are over 65 brands that sell hard seltzers with endless fruity flavors that there’s sure to be an option you’ll love! Below, we’ve created a list of the top hard seltzers so you can enjoy the summer with confidence!
What are the best hard seltzers?
1. White Claw Hard Seltzer:
Nutrition Facts:
2g sugar
2g carbs
100 calories
5% ABV
Flavors: Black Cherry, Mango, Watermelon, Lime, Ruby Grapefruit, Raspberry, Lemon, Tangerine, Strawberry, Blackberry, Pineapple
One of the original hard seltzers, White Claw, has nailed all classic flavors and more. They also just launched a hard ice tea with just 1g sugar and 2g carbs per can.
2. Michelob ULTRA Organic Seltzer:
Nutrition Facts:
0g sugar
0g carbs
80 calories
4% ABV
Flavors: Peach Pear, Cucumber Lime, Spicy Pineapple, Citrus, Mixed Berry, Mango Apricot
You may know Michelob for their beer, but their hard seltzers are just as delicious! Michelob is the only one on this list to boast organic, ZERO carbs, and sugar with a twist on some classic flavors.
3. Jose Cuervo Playamar Hard Seltzer:
Nutrition Facts:
0g sugar
0g carbs
90 calories
4.5% ABV
Flavors: Classic Lime Margarita, Pina Colada, Iced Tea, Blackberry Lime, Coconut Pineapple, Strawberry Lemon, Tangerine, Black Cherry
You may know Jose Cuervo for their tequilas, but now you can throw delicious hard seltzers to the list too! Made with their agave-based tequilas, these cocktails are fresh and thirst quenching option to enjoy on a warm day!
4. Crook and Marker Spiked Seltzer:
Nutrition Facts:
0g sugar
0g carbs
100 calories
5% ABV
Flavors: Classic Lime Margarita, Pina Colada, Iced Tea, Blackberry Lime, Coconut Pineapple, Strawberry Lemon, Tangerine, Black Cherry
This new brand offers a variety of fruit-flavored options when it comes to low carb and sugar beverages. Whether you prefer a classic canned cocktail or a sparkling spiked seltzer, they’ve got both for you!
5. Cutwater Lime Tequila Soda:
Nutrition Facts:
0g sugar
0g carbs
130 calories
7% ABV
We love a good cocktail in a can and this one is one of our favorites! If you’ve been craving a margarita, look no further than sipping on one of these tequila lime beverages without worrying about your sugar or carb intake.
6. Smirnoff Spiked Sparkling Seltzer:
Nutrition Facts:
0g sugar
1g carbs
90 calories
4.5% ABV
Flavors: Berry Lemonade, Cranberry Lime, Pina Colada, Pink Apple Rose, Strawberry Rose, White Peach Rose, Red White and Berry
Boasting a wide list of flavors and zero sugar, these Smirnoff seltzers just hit the market! With 4 different rosé flavors alone, we can’t wait to try these light, better for you drinks out. If you really love these, check out their 8% ABV seltzer here!
7. Bon and Viv Spiked Seltzer:
Nutrition Facts:
0g sugar
1g carb
90 calories
4.5% ABV
Flavors: Pear Elderflower, Raspberry Dragon Fruit, Clementine Hibiscus, Coconut Pineapple, Grapefruit, Black Cherry, Mango, Cranberry
If you’re looking for a drink with unique flavors and a fresh, crisp taste, find Bon and Viv’s hard seltzers and choose one of the many flavors that’ll tickle your fancy.
8. Vizzy Hard Seltzer:
Nutrition Facts:
1g sugar
2g carbs
100 calories
5% ABV
Flavors: Strawberry Kiwi, Blueberry Pomegranate, Black Cherry Lime, Pineapple Mango, Watermelon Strawberry, Raspberry Tangerine, Papaya Passion Fruit, Blackberry Lemon and more
(Vitamin C + fizzy water = Vizzy!) Vizzy’s claim to fame is that they are the first hard seltzer brand to feature antioxidant vitamin C in their drinks. Available in many flavors (even canned mimosas too!) they are a great better for you choice all around.
9. Truly Hard Seltzer:
Nutrition Facts:
1g sugar
2g carbs
100 calories
5% ABV
Flavors: Wild Berry, Blueberry Acai, Raspberry Lime, Black Cherry, Lime, Grapefruit, Citrus Squeeze, Lemon, Pineapple, Mango, Passion Fruit, Watermelon Kiwi and more
Truly emerged as one of the first hard seltzer brands and has used that momentum to release 27 flavors, including lemonade, iced tea, and more! You can’t go wrong with any of the classic flavors with 2g carbs.
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10. Bud Light Hard Seltzers:
Nutrition Facts:
<1g sugar
2g carbs
100 calories
5% ABV
Flavors: Black Cherry, Lemon Lime, Strawberry, Mango
Yes, even Bud Light has their own hard seltzers!
11. Corona Hard Seltzers:
Nutrition Facts:
0g sugar
0g carbs
90 calories
4.5% ABV
Flavors: Pineapple, Strawberry, Raspberry, Passionfruit, Blackberry Lime, Tropical Lime, Mango, Cherry
Corona is killing the hard seltzer game with no sugar, no carbs, and a delicious list of flavors! Is this the perfect refreshing beach day drink to throw in the cooler? We think yes.
12. High Noon:
Nutrition Facts:
2.9g sugar
2.9g carbs
100 calories
4.5% ABV
Flavors: Grapefruit, Pineapple, Lime, Peach, Watermelon, Black Cherry, Mango, Passionfruit
The only seltzer on the list made with vodka, High Noon is a delicious sparkling cocktail in a can! All of their refreshing flavors are the perfect pair with food, friends, and a good time.
13. Wild Basin Boozy Sparkling Water:
Nutrition Facts:
0g sugar
1g carb
100 calories
5% ABV
Flavors: Yuzu Pineapple, Mango Mai Tai, Citrus Spritz, Fruity Sangria, Habanero Pina Colada, Yumberry, Strawberry Coconut, Melon Basil, Cucumber Peach, Tangerine Lime, Blueberry Mango, Black Raspberry
Straight from the mountains of Colorado, these hard seltzers use pure water from the basin of the St. Vrain River to create a natural and pristine taste. Wild Basin's unique, refreshing flavors and low carb count set them apart from the competition. So who's trying the Habanero Pina colada?!
14. Lover Boy Sparkling Hard Tea:
Nutrition Facts:
0g sugar
2g carbs
90 calories
4.2% ABV
Flavors: White Tea Peach, Lemon Iced Tea, Hibiscus Pom
Lover Boy, born from a Bravo TV show called Summer House, was one of the first companies to launch a low sugar, low carb hard tea. Try their three unique flavors with zero sugar and 2g carbs.
15. Arctic Chill Hard Seltzers:
Nutrition Facts:
0g sugar
3g carbs
100 calories
5% ABV
Flavors: Ginger Lime, Pineapple Pomelo, Ruby Red Grapefruit, Raspberry Lime, Black Cherry, Fresh Lime, Strawberry Watermelon, Mandarin Orange, Cranberry Lime
Made with Polar seltzer, this naturally sweetened seltzer claims to be the bubbliest of the bunch. Enjoy a mix of classic and unique flavors, all with only 3g carbs.
Closing thoughts:
We hope you’re as excited to see all of the low-carb drink options as we are. It’s important to note that alcohol can hinder your success if used in excess if you’re following a keto lifestyle for weight loss. While you should enjoy alcoholic beverages in moderation, hard seltzers are a great, low-carb option for your dinner parties, backyard barbecues, birthdays--however you’re celebrating this summer!
Related: A List of 10 Low Carb Beers
