Keto Drinks Database
Keto Spirits Guide: Net Carbs in 18 Spirits and Liqueurs
Plain distilled spirits have no carbs. USDA lists 0 g for a 1.5 fl oz pour of 80-proof vodka, rum, gin, tequila, brandy and Scotch, and 0.04 g for 86-proof whiskey, which rounds to zero. Their 97 to 124 calories come from the alcohol itself, so a higher proof means more calories, not more carbs.
Liqueurs are a different drink. They are sweetened, and a 1.5 fl oz pour comes to 9.6 g net carbs for Baileys Original, 10.0 g for Cointreau and 24.3 g for a 53-proof coffee liqueur in USDA data. Flavored vodkas vary, and many brands, Smirnoff included, do not post nutrition on their sites. Ketel One Botanical does, at 0 g carbs.
Generic rows are USDA FoodData Central entries scaled to USDA’s own 1.5 fl oz portion weight. ABV comes from the proof in the USDA entry name (proof divided by 2), or, where the entry names no proof, from USDA’s alcohol content converted at 0.789 g per mL of alcohol. Brand rows use the maker’s published figures.
By MeKeto Editorial · Last updated October 2026
Lowest-carb picks
Ketel One Botanical
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net carbs per 1.5 fl oz
Vodka (80 proof)
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net carbs per 1.5 fl oz
Rum (80 proof)
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net carbs per 1.5 fl oz
Gin
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Tequila
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What to know
- Vodka, gin, rum, tequila, whiskey, brandy and Scotch all come to 0 g net carbs per 1.5 fl oz in USDA data.
- Proof changes calories, not carbs: 97 calories at 80 proof, 110 at 90, 116 at 94 and 124 at 100 proof.
- A single 1.5 fl oz pour of Baileys (9.6 g) or Cointreau (10.0 g) uses about half of a strict 20 g day. A 53-proof coffee liqueur (24.3 g) uses more than all of it.
- Flavored vodka is a label question. Ketel One Botanical lists 0 g carbs and 73 calories per 1.5 oz at 30% ABV; check the maker’s figures for any other flavor before you assume zero.
- The mixer decides the carbs in a mixed drink. Soda water and diet soda keep a spirit near 0 g; see the cocktail guide for the numbers.
- A 1.5 fl oz pour of 40% spirits is one US standard drink. The same pour at 100 proof holds a quarter more alcohol.
Net carbs in all 18 drinks
Net carbs are total carbohydrate minus fiber, per the serving shown. Low carb means 3g or less, about 15% of a strict 20g day. Plan for it means up to 7g. Every row links to the brand or USDA page its numbers come from, checked October 2026.
Unflavored spirits
- Brandy0g net
1.5 fl oz · 97 cal · 0g carbs · 40.1% ABV
Low carbSourceFNDDS 42 g jigger. ABV: 33.4 g alcohol/100 g x 0.947 g/mL / 0.789 = 40.1%, matching an 80-proof bottle.
- Gin0g net
1.5 fl oz · 97 cal · 0g carbs · 40.1% ABV
Low carbSourceFNDDS 42 g jigger. ABV: 33.4 g alcohol/100 g x 0.947 g/mL / 0.789 = 40.1%, matching an 80-proof bottle.
- Gin, rum, vodka or whiskey (100 proof)0g net
1.5 fl oz · 124 cal · 0g carbs · 50% ABV
Low carbSource27 more calories than 80 proof, all from the extra alcohol. USDA’s 42 g portion; 100 proof = 50% ABV.
- Gin, rum, vodka or whiskey (90 proof)0g net
1.5 fl oz · 110 cal · 0g carbs · 45% ABV
Low carbSourceUSDA’s 42 g (1.5 fl oz) portion. 90 proof = 45% ABV.
- Gin, rum, vodka or whiskey (94 proof)0g net
1.5 fl oz · 116 cal · 0g carbs · 47% ABV
Low carbSourceUSDA’s 42 g (1.5 fl oz) portion. 94 proof = 47% ABV.
- Rum (80 proof)0g net
1.5 fl oz · 97 cal · 0g carbs · 40% ABV
Low carbSourceUSDA’s 42 g (1.5 fl oz) portion. 80 proof = 40% ABV. Spiced and flavored rums are not covered by this entry.
- Scotch whisky0g net
1.5 fl oz · 97 cal · 0g carbs · 40.1% ABV
Low carbSourceFNDDS 42 g jigger. ABV: 33.4 g alcohol/100 g x 0.947 g/mL / 0.789 = 40.1%, matching an 80-proof bottle.
- Tequila0g net
1.5 fl oz · 97 cal · 0g carbs · 40.1% ABV
Low carbSourceFNDDS 42 g jigger. ABV: 33.4 g alcohol/100 g x 0.947 g/mL / 0.789 = 40.1%, matching an 80-proof bottle.
- Vodka (80 proof)0g net
1.5 fl oz · 97 cal · 0g carbs · 40% ABV
Low carbSourceUSDA’s 42 g (1.5 fl oz) portion. 80 proof = 40% ABV. With no carbs, fat or protein, every calorie is from alcohol.
- Whiskey (86 proof)0g net
1.5 fl oz · 105 cal · 0g carbs · 43% ABV
Low carbSourceUSDA lists 0.1 g carbs per 100 g, or 0.04 g in this 42 g pour, which rounds to 0. 86 proof = 43% ABV.
| Drink | Serving | Cal | Carbs | Fiber | Net | Verdict | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandy40.1% ABVFNDDS 42 g jigger. ABV: 33.4 g alcohol/100 g x 0.947 g/mL / 0.789 = 40.1%, matching an 80-proof bottle. | 1.5 fl oz | 97 | 0g | 0g | 0g | Low carb | Source |
| Gin40.1% ABVFNDDS 42 g jigger. ABV: 33.4 g alcohol/100 g x 0.947 g/mL / 0.789 = 40.1%, matching an 80-proof bottle. | 1.5 fl oz | 97 | 0g | 0g | 0g | Low carb | Source |
| Gin, rum, vodka or whiskey (100 proof)50% ABV27 more calories than 80 proof, all from the extra alcohol. USDA’s 42 g portion; 100 proof = 50% ABV. | 1.5 fl oz | 124 | 0g | 0g | 0g | Low carb | Source |
| Gin, rum, vodka or whiskey (90 proof)45% ABVUSDA’s 42 g (1.5 fl oz) portion. 90 proof = 45% ABV. | 1.5 fl oz | 110 | 0g | 0g | 0g | Low carb | Source |
| Gin, rum, vodka or whiskey (94 proof)47% ABVUSDA’s 42 g (1.5 fl oz) portion. 94 proof = 47% ABV. | 1.5 fl oz | 116 | 0g | 0g | 0g | Low carb | Source |
| Rum (80 proof)40% ABVUSDA’s 42 g (1.5 fl oz) portion. 80 proof = 40% ABV. Spiced and flavored rums are not covered by this entry. | 1.5 fl oz | 97 | 0g | 0g | 0g | Low carb | Source |
| Scotch whisky40.1% ABVFNDDS 42 g jigger. ABV: 33.4 g alcohol/100 g x 0.947 g/mL / 0.789 = 40.1%, matching an 80-proof bottle. | 1.5 fl oz | 97 | 0g | 0g | 0g | Low carb | Source |
| Tequila40.1% ABVFNDDS 42 g jigger. ABV: 33.4 g alcohol/100 g x 0.947 g/mL / 0.789 = 40.1%, matching an 80-proof bottle. | 1.5 fl oz | 97 | 0g | 0g | 0g | Low carb | Source |
| Vodka (80 proof)40% ABVUSDA’s 42 g (1.5 fl oz) portion. 80 proof = 40% ABV. With no carbs, fat or protein, every calorie is from alcohol. | 1.5 fl oz | 97 | 0g | 0g | 0g | Low carb | Source |
| Whiskey (86 proof)43% ABVUSDA lists 0.1 g carbs per 100 g, or 0.04 g in this 42 g pour, which rounds to 0. 86 proof = 43% ABV. | 1.5 fl oz | 105 | 0g | 0g | 0g | Low carb | Source |
Flavored spirits and liqueurs
- Ketel One Botanical0g net
Ketel One · 1.5 fl oz · 73 cal · 0g carbs · 30% ABV
Low carbSourceCucumber & Mint, Grapefruit & Rose and Peach & Orange Blossom all list these figures. Lower calories come from the 30% ABV.
- Baileys Original Irish Cream9.6g net
Baileys · 1.5 fl oz · 139 cal · 9.6g carbs · 17% ABV
High carbSourceScaled from Baileys’ per-100 mL label (314 kcal, 21.7 g carbs, 18 g sugar) to 1.5 fl oz (44.4 mL). No fiber listed.
- Coffee liqueur with cream (34 proof)9.8g net
1.5 fl oz · 154 cal · 9.8g carbs · 17% ABV
High carbSourceUSDA’s 47 g (1.5 fl oz) portion; 34 proof = 17% ABV.
- Cointreau10g net
Cointreau · 1.5 fl oz · 138 cal · 10g carbs · 40% ABV
High carbSourceAn orange triple sec liqueur. Scaled from Cointreau’s per-100 mL label (311 kcal, 22.5 g carbs, all sugar) to 44.4 mL.
- Liqueur (average)14.9g net
1.5 fl oz · 126 cal · 14.9g carbs · 27% ABV
High carbSourceFNDDS generic liqueur, 45 g jigger. ABV: 21 g alcohol/100 g x 1.014 g/mL / 0.789 = 27.0%.
- Coffee liqueur (63 proof)16.7g net
1.5 fl oz · 160 cal · 16.7g carbs · 31.5% ABV
High carbSourceUSDA’s 52 g (1.5 fl oz) portion; 63 proof = 31.5% ABV.
- Creme de menthe (72 proof)20.8g net
1.5 fl oz · 186 cal · 20.8g carbs · 36% ABV
High carbSourceEvery carb is sugar. USDA’s 50 g (1.5 fl oz) portion; 72 proof = 36% ABV.
- Coffee liqueur (53 proof)24.3g net
1.5 fl oz · 175 cal · 24.3g carbs · 26.5% ABV
High carbSourceThe highest-carb pour on this page. USDA’s 52 g (1.5 fl oz) portion; 53 proof = 26.5% ABV.
| Drink | Serving | Cal | Carbs | Fiber | Net | Verdict | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ketel One BotanicalKetel One · 30% ABVCucumber & Mint, Grapefruit & Rose and Peach & Orange Blossom all list these figures. Lower calories come from the 30% ABV. | 1.5 fl oz | 73 | 0g | 0g | 0g | Low carb | Source |
| Baileys Original Irish CreamBaileys · 17% ABVScaled from Baileys’ per-100 mL label (314 kcal, 21.7 g carbs, 18 g sugar) to 1.5 fl oz (44.4 mL). No fiber listed. | 1.5 fl oz | 139 | 9.6g | 0g | 9.6g | High carb | Source |
| Coffee liqueur with cream (34 proof)17% ABVUSDA’s 47 g (1.5 fl oz) portion; 34 proof = 17% ABV. | 1.5 fl oz | 154 | 9.8g | 0g | 9.8g | High carb | Source |
| CointreauCointreau · 40% ABVAn orange triple sec liqueur. Scaled from Cointreau’s per-100 mL label (311 kcal, 22.5 g carbs, all sugar) to 44.4 mL. | 1.5 fl oz | 138 | 10g | 0g | 10g | High carb | Source |
| Liqueur (average)27% ABVFNDDS generic liqueur, 45 g jigger. ABV: 21 g alcohol/100 g x 1.014 g/mL / 0.789 = 27.0%. | 1.5 fl oz | 126 | 14.9g | 0g | 14.9g | High carb | Source |
| Coffee liqueur (63 proof)31.5% ABVUSDA’s 52 g (1.5 fl oz) portion; 63 proof = 31.5% ABV. | 1.5 fl oz | 160 | 16.7g | 0g | 16.7g | High carb | Source |
| Creme de menthe (72 proof)36% ABVEvery carb is sugar. USDA’s 50 g (1.5 fl oz) portion; 72 proof = 36% ABV. | 1.5 fl oz | 186 | 20.8g | 0g | 20.8g | High carb | Source |
| Coffee liqueur (53 proof)26.5% ABVThe highest-carb pour on this page. USDA’s 52 g (1.5 fl oz) portion; 53 proof = 26.5% ABV. | 1.5 fl oz | 175 | 24.3g | 0g | 24.3g | High carb | Source |
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Unflavored 80-proof vodka has 0 g carbs and 97 calories per 1.5 fl oz in USDA data. Flavored vodka depends on the bottle: Ketel One Botanical lists 0 g carbs and 73 calories per 1.5 oz, but sweetened flavors may not be zero, so check the maker’s figures before you pour.
Plain distilled spirits. Vodka, gin, rum, tequila, brandy, Scotch and whiskey all come to 0 g per 1.5 fl oz in USDA data, at 80 to 100 proof. Wine, beer and liqueurs all carry some carbs, and so does any sweet mixer you add.
Yes. USDA’s 86-proof whiskey has 0.04 g carbs per 1.5 fl oz, which rounds to 0 g, and 105 calories. Scotch comes to 0 g and 97 calories. Flavored whiskies are a different product. We could not find nutrition published by Fireball’s maker, so none are listed here.
No. USDA’s tequila entry has 0 g carbs and 97 calories per 1.5 fl oz. The carbs in a margarita come from the mix: USDA’s margarita, made with bottled sour mix, has 36.1 g per drink. A recipe with orange liqueur adds more, since Cointreau has 10.0 g per 1.5 fl oz.
Per 1.5 fl oz, Baileys Original has 9.6 g (scaled from its per-100 mL label) and Cointreau, a triple sec, has 10.0 g. USDA’s coffee liqueurs run 16.7 to 24.3 g depending on proof. We could not find nutrition published by Kahlua’s maker, so it is not listed; the USDA coffee liqueur rows are the closest guide.
No, it has more calories. In USDA data, unflavored spirits stay at 0 g carbs from 80 to 100 proof, while calories per 1.5 fl oz rise from 97 to 124 because there is more alcohol in the glass. A 100-proof pour also holds a quarter more alcohol than an 80-proof one.
Sources
Nutrition figures link from each row above. Health statements on this page rely on:
- U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central: SR Legacy (2018) and Food and Nutrient Database for Dietary Studies (FNDDS) 2021-2023. Link
- National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA). What Is A Standard Drink? One US standard drink is about 14 g of pure alcohol: 12 fl oz of 5% beer, 5 fl oz of 12% wine, or 1.5 fl oz of 40% spirits. Link
- Emanuele NV, Swade TF, Emanuele MA. Consequences of alcohol use in diabetics. Alcohol Health Res World. 1998;22(3):211-219. Link
Check a label for hidden sugars, or set your own daily carb limit.