KETO BEER?
Wouldn’t it be great if you could indulge in a beer without having to worry about additional carbs? Well, it’s possible when you drink low-carb craft beers created for the ketogenic diet.
Is there a brew ideal for the keto diet, or does it only exist in your dreams? It’s a thought-provoking question you secretly dread but must face if you want to stay in ketosis.
What Craft Beer is Low Carb?
The good news is, some micro-brews will suit your needs, and you don’t have to worry about additional calories. Regular beer is loaded with carbs and not ideal, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a brewski while out with your friends.
As life keeps changing, many in the alcohol industry have realized a new keto beer market has emerged. Since most people are more health-conscious, some companies have designed craft beers that are low-carb. Now, you can stick to your diet and enjoy a cold drink, too!
And to change things up a bit, you can also try this ketorade recipe to complement your diet.
So, which beers contain less than 5g of carbs?
7 Craft Keto Beer Options to Enjoy on a Low-Carb Diet
1. Rose Lager
You can try Rose Lager from the Surly Brewing Company to start you off. It’s an excellent craft beer that only contains 2.25g of carbs and packs 127 calories in total. WOW!
Sipping it reveals a blend with a hint of strawberries and blackcurrant, giving you rose wine vibes.
2. Ballast Point Lager
Another craft beer with low calories is Ballast Point Lager with 3.5g of carbohydrates. It contains just 99 calories and offers an assortment of flavors to enjoy.
3. Brut IPA
Next is Brut IPA with 5g of carbs and a taste that resembles dry champagne. To top that off, you only get 152 calories in this aromatic craft drink.
4. Prime Time Pale Ale
This brew offers you low carbs, with just 1.5g per serving and a higher ABV (Alcohol By Volume), so you will enjoy it more than your average light beer. Flavors range from El Dorado hops to citrus.
5. Slightly Mighty IPA
In my opinion, craft beer tasting would never be complete without the Slightly Mighty IPA from Dogfish Head Craft Brewery. It complements your keto diet since it only has 95 calories.
6. Ultimate Light Golden Ale
A citrus taste busts in your mouth as you indulge in a swig of this craft beer. You can enjoy its bubbly nature, guilt-free, as it comes in at a measly 3.5g of carbohydrates.
7. Easy Sport
Easy Sport is one of the best ales on the market, boasting a blonde appearance and a tangerine finish. You’ll love its tangy taste and won’t have to worry about additional carbs since it only has 4.5g per serving.
In the End
Craft beers are your best bet if you want to stick to a ketogenic diet while still enjoying a cold beverage. I’ve listed some of the market’s best brands that will do the least amount of carb damage.
Let us know if you have any questions or recommend more craft beers worth noting by leaving a comment below.
Author Bio:
Adam Reeve has been a professional personal trainer and fitness instructor for over 10 years. He’s also a life coach, wellness writer, and low-carb diet enthusiast.
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