What You Need to Know to Order a Low-Carb Cocktail

The keto and low-carb diets have taken the fitness world by storm, and they're becoming increasingly popular among people looking to lose weight fast. However, if you enjoy alcohol, these diets might be quite limiting when it comes to ordering your preferred drink during social outings such as brunch in Marietta. That is because, sadly, cocktails are usually high in sugar and carbohydrates from the various components used to make them such as soda, juice, and syrup.

While the bartenders at Hamp & Harry’s can make you a low-carb beverage on request, it's useful to understand how to order a brunch cocktail that is just as satisfying as those you used to consume before your diet. Here are some ideas for ordering a low-carb cocktail while out on the town.

Choose Clear Liquors

When drinking alcohol, the best strategy to keep carbohydrates low is to stick with clear liquors. Vodka, gin, and silver tequila are some of the most common options. These drinks typically have little carbohydrate content, as do pure forms of alcohol like whiskey or rum. Wine and beer have more carbs, but light versions can be much lower in carbs.

High-proof alcohols like vodka or gin are especially good for keto dieters as they tend to be the lowest in calories. If you're looking to further reduce your calorie intake, consider ordering your cocktail with a sugar-free mixer. 



There’s Less Sugar in Unflavored Liquors

Don't be fooled into thinking that flavored versions of keto-friendly beverages are low in carbohydrates. Flavored liquors frequently include a significant amount of sugar to achieve their flavor, so be sure to choose a beverage with the appropriate type of alcohol.

For example, say you want a vodka and soda. Most bartenders will ask if you want regular or diet soda, but they don't always mention that there is a difference in the type of vodka used. The most common vodka for a vodka and soda is Smirnoff, which comes in a variety of flavors. If you order this drink and a flavored version of Smirnoff is used, you're getting a lot of unnecessary sugar. Instead, ask for vodka and seltzer or vodka and diet soda.