Data ranking

Cocktails Under 20% ABV, Ranked

The lowest-ABV cocktails in this data are Pacman (0.2% ABV), Amaretto Sunrise (1.8% ABV), Michelada (2.3% ABV).

We reviewed 496 nutrition-complete recipes and found 25 that fit this guide. Median: 23.1g sugar.

496Recipes reviewed

25Matching this guide

23.1gMedian sugar

200 kcalMedian calories

4.0%Median ABV

Drinks that meet the threshold

#	Drink	Why it ranks	ABV	Nutrition	Alcohol	Best for
1	Pacman	Lower ABV, but sugar is above average for this list.	0.2%	237 kcal · 56.0g sugar · 58.6g carbs	0.02 std	Watch the sugar
2	Amaretto Sunrise	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	1.8%	92 kcal · 15.0g sugar · 17.9g carbs	0.14 std	Lower ABV pick
3	Michelada	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	2.3%	174 kcal · 30.4g sugar · 35.4g carbs	0.33 std	Watch the sugar
4	Snowball	Lower ABV, but sugar is above average for this list.	2.4%	231 kcal · 35.5g sugar · 37.7g carbs	0.42 std	Watch the sugar
5	Zoksel	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	2.5%	200 kcal · 29.4g sugar · 36.9g carbs	0.49 std	Watch the sugar
6	Snake Bite (UK)	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	2.5%	220 kcal · 10.7g sugar · 22.5g carbs	0.63 std	Lower ABV pick
7	Diesel	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	2.5%	222 kcal · 11.2g sugar · 23.1g carbs	0.63 std	Lower ABV pick
8	Radler	Lower ABV, but sugar is above average for this list.	2.5%	298 kcal · 36.9g sugar · 48.6g carbs	1.00 std	Watch the sugar
9	Almond Chocolate Coffee	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	3.2%	124 kcal · 12.9g sugar · 15.5g carbs	0.49 std	Lower ABV pick
10	Ziemes Martini Apfelsaft	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	3.3%	134 kcal · 18.6g sugar · 22.9g carbs	0.37 std	Watch the sugar
11	Lazy Coconut Paloma	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	3.6%	125 kcal · 14.3g sugar · 18.9g carbs	0.34 std	Lower ABV pick
12	Quick-sand	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	3.6%	195 kcal · 29.8g sugar · 37.3g carbs	0.56 std	Watch the sugar
13	Green Goblin	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	4.0%	353 kcal · 21.7g sugar · 38.0g carbs	1.13 std	Watch the sugar
14	Golden Frappe	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	4.1%	171 kcal · 32.1g sugar · 36.4g carbs	0.34 std	Watch the sugar
15	Dubonnet Highball	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	4.2%	195 kcal · 31.7g sugar · 34.1g carbs	0.49 std	Watch the sugar
16	General Harrison's Eggnog	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	4.5%	132 kcal · 17.0g sugar · 17.7g carbs	0.23 std	Watch the sugar
17	Queen Charlotte	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	4.5%	228 kcal · 24.0g sugar · 29.3g carbs	0.45 std	Watch the sugar
18	Bloody Maria	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	4.7%	157 kcal · 18.0g sugar · 23.4g carbs	0.71 std	Watch the sugar
19	Tropical Heart	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	5.0%	137 kcal · 12.5g sugar · 17.2g carbs	0.33 std	Lower ABV pick
20	Sloe Gin Flip	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	5.0%	311 kcal · 27.6g sugar · 30.8g carbs	0.42 std	Watch the sugar
21	Affair	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	5.0%	233 kcal · 29.8g sugar · 37.0g carbs	0.67 std	Watch the sugar
22	Zambeer	Lower ABV, but sugar is above average for this list.	5.2%	442 kcal · 89.5g sugar · 93.9g carbs	1.00 std	Watch the sugar
23	Tea Saronno	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	5.3%	286 kcal · 23.1g sugar · 27.2g carbs	0.80 std	Watch the sugar
24	Campari Beer	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	5.4%	360 kcal · 6.8g sugar · 30.0g carbs	2.22 std	Lower ABV pick
25	Bella Fragolia	Lower estimated ABV — fits the threshold.	5.6%	129 kcal · 13.1g sugar · 15.3g carbs	0.71 std	Lower ABV pick

All nutrition values are estimates based on standard recipe quantities. — = data not available.

Best picks by use case

Lowest sugar

Campari Beer

6.8g estimated sugar

~360 kcal · 6.8g sugar

Lowest calories

Amaretto Sunrise

~92 kcal estimated

~92 kcal · 15.0g sugar

Things to watch

Recipe variations differ by bartender and bar — actual values may vary
Double pours are not accounted for in standard recipe estimates
ABV and standard drinks matter even when sugar and calories are low
Some drinks are inherently higher in one metric even when lower in another

Methodology

Is this guide right for you?

Good fit if:

You want a data-backed shortlist of drink options
You want ranked results rather than a generic list
You want to compare options across a specific axis

Poor fit if:

You need medical or dietary advice
You need exact bar-specific values — these are data estimates
You need a complete guide to this drink category

Frequently asked questions

What does this ranking show?: This page ranks cocktails by alcohol by volume. All 25 drinks come from the WhatDrink database and pass the same recipe quality filters used on individual cocktail pages.
How is the ranking score calculated?: The ranking combines multiple nutrition signals from WhatDrink recipe data — including estimated sugar, calories, carbs, and ABV — weighted to surface drinks that are genuinely lower across all metrics, not just one.
Are these nutrition values accurate?: These are estimates based on standard recipe quantities and ingredient nutrition data in the WhatDrink database. Actual values vary by brand, bartender pour, glass size, and preparation method. Use this as a relative comparison guide, not a precise dietary calculator.
Does lower carbs always mean a healthier drink?: Not necessarily. Alcohol contributes roughly 7 kcal per gram. A drink with low carbs but high ABV can still be high in overall calories. Always check multiple metrics together rather than focusing on one alone.
How should I use this page to choose a drink?: The table lets you compare cocktails side by side on nutrition estimates. Click through to any individual cocktail page for the full ingredient list and nutrition breakdown. The "Top picks" panel highlights the best performers across multiple criteria.
How many cocktails are on this page?: This ranking includes 25 cocktails that pass WhatDrink's recipe quality and data completeness filters. The list updates as new recipes are added to the database.
Are mocktails included in this ranking?: This ranking focuses on cocktails containing alcohol. Mocktails and non-alcoholic alternatives are covered in separate pages on WhatDrink.