These Low-Carb Beers Actually Don't Suck

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FINDING A LOW-CARB beer that doesn't suck is basically mission impossible.

And with the popularity of low-carb diets like Keto, some people are seeking the best of low-carb options for everything.

But when it comes to beer, low in carb can tend to mean low in flavor. Light beers have a bad rap for being way too watery and having absolutely zero body, or fullness of flavor. With a million new and different craft options on the market right now, reaching for the 'light' pick can just feel wrong.

Classic beers can have anywhere from 12 to 25 grams of carbs. Pilsners, lagers, and ales are typically on the low end of that spectrum, while as heavier stouts and IPAs sit on the higher side. Low-carb light beers (think BudLight and Miller Lite) keep their carbs below 5 grams.

We sampled a ton of different options, all under 5 grams of carbs, to find the ones that don't taste like watered-down grains. You're welcome in advance.

Here are our top seven.

Cisco Shark Tracker Light Lager

<p>Cisco Brewers Shark Tracker Light Lager</p><p>drizly.com</p><p>$18.39</p><p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fdrizly.com%2Fbeer%2Flager%2Fpale-lager%2Famerican-style-lager%2Flight-lager%2Fcisco-brewers-shark-tracker-light-lager%2Fp11106&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.menshealth.com%2Fnutrition%2Fa42363446%2Ftop-low-carb-beers%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><span class="copyright">drizly.com</span>

Want to drink your beer and do some good at the same time? This perfectly dry light lager will keep your diet in check with only 4 grams of carbs and help save the Apex predator. That feels like enough of a reason to crack a cold one.


Dogfish Head Slightly Mighty

<p>Dogfish Head Slightly Mighty Lo-Cal IPA</p><p>drizly.com</p><p>$19.99</p><p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fdrizly.com%2Fbeer%2Fale%2Fipa%2Fdogfish-head-slightly-mighty-lo-cal-ipa%2Fp93552&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.menshealth.com%2Fnutrition%2Fa42363446%2Ftop-low-carb-beers%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><span class="copyright">drizly.com</span>

A low-cal, low-carb IPA? It has to be a joke right? Believe us, it's not. Dogfish Head really hit the nail on the head with this hazy India Pale Ale. The secret to this masterpiece with only 3.6 grams of carbs is monk fruit, giving it notes of coconut and pineapple with the classic hoppy IPA taste. If you're an IPA lover, run, don't walk.


Iron City Light

<p>I.C. Light</p><p>drizly.com</p><p>$12.27</p><p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fdrizly.com%2Fbeer%2Flager%2Fpale-lager%2Famerican-style-lager%2Flight-lager%2Fic-light%2Fp65409&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.menshealth.com%2Fnutrition%2Fa42363446%2Ftop-low-carb-beers%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><span class="copyright">drizly.com</span>

The Steel City is known for more than its bridges and Super Bowl records. Iron City Brewing was one of the first brewing companies in America to produce a lager in 1861, and its popping off with this light version that's replacing BudLights everywhere. It has a crisp and malty finish with only 3 grams of carbs.


Devil's Backbone Bright Tangerine

<p>Bright Tangerine Sparkling Ale</p><p>beerconnoisseur.com</p><p>$82.00</p><p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fbeerconnoisseur.com%2Fbeer%2Fdevils-backbone-brewing-co%2Fbright-tangerine-sparkling-ale&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.menshealth.com%2Fnutrition%2Fa42363446%2Ftop-low-carb-beers%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><span class="copyright">beerconnoisseur.com</span>

When you think of an ale, sparkling is usually not the first adjective to come to mind. But Devil's Backbone crushed combining what tastes like a sparkling seltzer and a beer into one. It only hold 2 grams of carbs and is the perfect level of refreshing.


Corona Premiere

<p>Corona Premier Mexican Lager Light Beer</p><p>drizly.com</p><p>$19.49</p><p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fdrizly.com%2Fbeer%2Flager%2Fpale-lager%2Famerican-style-lager%2Flight-lager%2Fcorona-premier-mexican-lager-light-beer%2Fp83255&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.menshealth.com%2Fnutrition%2Fa42363446%2Ftop-low-carb-beers%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><span class="copyright">drizly.com</span>

Think of this 2.6 carb creation as Corona's more ripped older brother, with a very similar malty taste. It's got a similar alcohol content, so all the fun is included in this lighter option.


Iron City Light Mango

<p>I.C. Light Mango</p><p>drizly.com</p><p>$17.84</p><p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fdrizly.com%2Fbeer%2Fic-light-mango%2Fp202150&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.menshealth.com%2Fnutrition%2Fa42363446%2Ftop-low-carb-beers%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><span class="copyright">drizly.com</span>

If plain beers aren't your thing, I.C. Light released a mango flavor carb-friendly lager to please your palate. With only 4 grams of carbs, this option adds a tangy punch to I.C. Light's already crisp and malty taste.


Miller 64 Extra Light Lager

<p>Miller 64 Extra Light Lager</p><p>drizly.com</p><p>$26.98</p><p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fdrizly.com%2Fbeer%2Flager%2Fpale-lager%2Famerican-style-lager%2Flight-lager%2Fmiller-64-extra-light-lager%2Fp1138&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.menshealth.com%2Fnutrition%2Fa42363446%2Ftop-low-carb-beers%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><span class="copyright">drizly.com</span>

The lowest calories (64 calories) and low carbs (2.4 carbs) have Miller's new diet-friendly addition rounding out the list. It miraculously holds the same hoppy, smooth flavor of Miller's classic American pilsner, while fractioning it's carbs and calories.

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