Is light beer keto?

Light beer

Limit / small portions Light beer can fit keto, but only in small, measured portions.

About 6 g carbs per can. Ultra-low-carb beers are a better pick if you want a beer.

Nutrition per serving

12 fl oz can · 354 g
Net carbs
5.8g
Calories
103kcal
Protein
0.8g
Fat
0g
Total carbs
5.8 g
Fiber
0 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 29%

About 313 g of light beer adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 88% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for light beer
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories103 kcal29 kcal
Total carbohydrate5.8 g1.6 g
Dietary fiber0 g0 g
Net carbs5.8 g1.6 g
Sugars 0.3 g 0.1 g
Protein0.8 g0.2 g
Fat0 g0 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is light beer keto?

Light beer can fit keto, but only in small, measured portions. About 6 g carbs per can. Ultra-low-carb beers are a better pick if you want a beer.

How many net carbs are in light beer?

12 fl oz can (354 g) of light beer has about 5.8 g net carbs (5.8 g total carbs minus 0 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 1.6 g net carbs.

How much light beer can I eat on keto?

About 313 g of light beer adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 88% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 29% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for light beer?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #168749): Alcoholic beverage, beer, light. Net carbs = total carbohydrate − fiber. Rating: Limit / small portions — Fits keto only in measured portions — roughly 5–10 g net carbs per serving, or easy to overeat. How we rate foods. Last reviewed October 18, 2026.

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