Data ranking

Cocktails Under 20g Carbs, Ranked

The lowest-carb cocktails in this data are 3 Wise Men (0.0g carbs), Zorbatini (0.0g carbs), Brandy and Soda (0.0g carbs).

We reviewed 563 nutrition-complete recipes and found 25 that fit this guide. Median: 0.0g sugar.

563Recipes reviewed

25Matching this guide

0.0gMedian sugar

143 kcalMedian calories

41.3%Median ABV

Drinks that meet the threshold

#	Drink	Why it ranks	Carbs	Nutrition	Alcohol	Best for
1	3 Wise Men	Low estimated carbs, but relatively high ABV.	0.0g	74 kcal · 0.0g sugar	43.3% ABV · 0.72 std	Watch the ABV
2	Zorbatini	Low estimated carbs, but relatively high ABV.	0.0g	107 kcal · 0.0g sugar	42.1% ABV · 0.89 std	Watch the ABV
3	Brandy and Soda	Low estimated carb content — fits the threshold.	0.0g	143 kcal · 0.0g sugar	19.9% ABV · 1.33 std	Lower carb pick
4	Pickled Pink	Low estimated carb content — fits the threshold.	0.0g	212 kcal · 0.0g sugar	24.7% ABV · 1.42 std	Lower carb pick
5	Tequila Straight	Low estimated carb content — fits the threshold.	0.0g	136 kcal · 0.0g sugar	21.3% ABV · 1.42 std	Lower carb pick
6	Army special	Low estimated carb content — fits the threshold.	0.0g	138 kcal · 0.0g sugar	14.4% ABV · 1.46 std	Lower carb pick
7	Derby	Low estimated carbs, but relatively high ABV.	0.0g	143 kcal · 0.0g sugar	42.5% ABV · 1.48 std	Watch the ABV
8	Bourbon and Water	Low estimated carb content — fits the threshold.	0.0g	148 kcal · 0.0g sugar	15.0% ABV · 1.50 std	Lower carb pick
9	Bourbon On The Rocks	Low estimated carbs, but relatively high ABV.	0.0g	148 kcal · 0.0g sugar	45.0% ABV · 1.50 std	Watch the ABV
10	Buddy's Favorite	Low estimated carb content — fits the threshold.	0.0g	148 kcal · 0.0g sugar	11.3% ABV · 1.50 std	Lower carb pick
11	Gin Cocktail	Low estimated carbs, but relatively high ABV.	0.0g	136 kcal · 0.0g sugar	43.8% ABV · 1.50 std	Watch the ABV
12	Pink Gin	Low estimated carbs, but relatively high ABV.	0.0g	136 kcal · 0.0g sugar	43.8% ABV · 1.53 std	Watch the ABV
13	Thunderclap Cocktail	Low estimated carbs, but relatively high ABV.	0.0g	160 kcal · 0.0g sugar	42.9% ABV · 1.61 std	Watch the ABV
14	Gentle Ben	Low estimated carbs, but relatively high ABV.	0.0g	204 kcal · 0.0g sugar	42.9% ABV · 2.15 std	Watch the ABV
15	Barton Special	Low estimated carbs, but relatively high ABV.	0.0g	248 kcal · 0.0g sugar	41.9% ABV · 2.44 std	Watch the ABV
16	Gotham	Low estimated carbs, but relatively high ABV.	0.0g	323 kcal · 0.0g sugar	43.9% ABV · 2.99 std	Watch the ABV
17	Autodafé	Low estimated carb content — fits the threshold.	0.1g	92 kcal · 0.0g sugar	16.9% ABV · 0.96 std	Lower carb pick
18	Long Island Iced Tea	Low estimated carbs, but relatively high ABV.	0.1g	136 kcal · 0.1g sugar	42.5% ABV · 1.44 std	Watch the ABV
19	Prairie Chicken	Low estimated carb content — fits the threshold.	0.2g	110 kcal · 0.1g sugar	21.9% ABV · 0.73 std	Lower carb pick
20	Vodka Soda	Low estimated carb content — fits the threshold.	0.4g	103 kcal · 0.1g sugar	11.3% ABV · 1.06 std	Lower carb pick
21	Midnight Cowboy	Low estimated carbs, but relatively high ABV.	0.4g	266 kcal · 0.4g sugar	38.2% ABV · 2.23 std	Watch the ABV
22	Casino	Low estimated carbs, but relatively high ABV.	0.5g	145 kcal · 0.3g sugar	41.3% ABV · 1.48 std	Watch the ABV
23	Dry Rob Roy	Low estimated carbs, but relatively high ABV.	0.5g	194 kcal · 0.3g sugar	42.4% ABV · 1.95 std	Watch the ABV
24	Dry Martini	Low estimated carbs, but relatively high ABV.	0.6g	125 kcal · 0.4g sugar	39.2% ABV · 1.31 std	Watch the ABV
25	Martini	Low estimated carbs, but relatively high ABV.	0.6g	125 kcal · 0.4g sugar	39.2% ABV · 1.31 std	Watch the ABV

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

Best picks by use case

Lowest sugar

Autodafé

0.0g estimated sugar

~92 kcal · 0.0g sugar

Lowest calories

3 Wise Men

~74 kcal estimated

~74 kcal · 0.0g sugar

Simplest recipe

Bourbon On The Rocks

1 ingredient

~148 kcal · 0.0g sugar

Watch-out ingredients for carbs

Juice — most fruit juice is largely sugar/carbs
Sweet liqueurs — carbs come from sugar content
Ginger beer — much higher in carbs than ginger ale or soda water
Coconut water — contains natural sugars and carbs
Sweet vermouth — meaningful sugar/carb contribution per serve

Methodology

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Frequently asked questions

What does this ranking show?: This page ranks cocktails by estimated carbohydrate content. All 25 drinks come from the WhatDrink database and pass the same recipe quality filters used on individual cocktail pages.
Where do carbs in cocktails come from?: Most carbs in cocktails come from sugar — in syrups, liqueurs, fruit juice, and flavoured spirits. The base spirit contributes almost none. Drinks using soda water, bitters, or dry spirits as mixers tend to have fewer carbs.
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 carbs 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.