Not Keto
Beer (Regular)
12.80g net carbs per 12 oz
Skip this one, since a single 12 oz pour brings 12.8 g of net carbs that can eat up most of a day's keto budget on its own. Reach for a dry spirit with soda water or a light beer if you want something in hand, and save the carbs for food.
Built by Barron Hansen · Last updated July 2026
Nutrition Facts
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One serving uses 64% of your 20g daily budget.
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Good to Know
Those carbs come from residual malt sugars and dextrins left after fermentation, which is why regular brews like Budweiser or Coors Original sit in the 11 to 13 g range. If you want a beer, light options such as Michelob Ultra (around 2.6 g) or Miller Lite (around 3.2 g) cut the carbs sharply, though they still add up across a night. Watch the heavier styles too: a stout or a hazy IPA can climb well past 15 g per serving.
Is Beer (Regular) Keto? The Full Answer
Beer contains 12.80g net carbs per 12 oz (12.80g total carbs minus 0.00g fiber). Skip this one, since a single 12 oz pour brings 12.8 g of net carbs that can eat up most of a day's keto budget on its own. Reach for a dry spirit with soda water or a light beer if you want something in hand, and save the carbs for food.
On a standard ketogenic diet, most people target 20-25g net carbs per day. A single serving uses 64% of a 20g daily carb limit. If you are following a strict ketogenic protocol, reach for a lower-carb option instead.
Better Keto Swaps
A standard 12 oz beer lands at 12.8 g net carbs, which eats up most of a strict keto budget in one drink. Better picks: Michelob Ultra (about 2.6 g net carbs per 12 oz) keeps the beer feel without the malt load. Want lower still? A dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc runs roughly 2 to 3 g net carbs per 5 oz glass. And for near zero, mix a clear spirit such as vodka, gin, or tequila with soda water and lime (about 0 to 1 g net carbs per pour). Sip slowly and have water alongside, since alcohol hits differently on keto.
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