Data ranking
Low ABV Tequila Cocktails, Ranked by Data
The lowest-ABV Tequila cocktails in this data are Bloody Maria (4.7% ABV), Shady Lady (6.3% ABV), Whitecap Margarita (6.3% ABV).
We reviewed 68 nutrition-complete recipes and found 25 that fit this guide. Median: 27.4g sugar.
68Recipes reviewed
25Matching this guide
27.4gMedian sugar
305 kcalMedian calories
9.9%Median ABV
Ranked recipes
| # | Drink | Why it ranks | ABV | Nutrition | Alcohol | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bloody Maria | 4.7% ABV | 4.7% | 157 kcal · 18.0g sugar · 23.4g carbs | 0.71 std | Low-alcohol occasions |
| 2 | Shady Lady | 6.3% ABV | 6.3% | 255 kcal · 26.9g sugar · 35.1g carbs | 1.05 std | Any occasion |
| 3 | Whitecap Margarita | 6.3% ABV | 6.3% | 342 kcal · 27.4g sugar · 33.3g carbs | 1.42 std | Any occasion |
| 4 | Tequila Mockingbird | 7.4% ABV | 7.4% | 326 kcal · 25.1g sugar · 45.0g carbs | 1.42 std | Any occasion |
| 5 | Viva Villa | 7.7% ABV | 7.7% | 128 kcal · 11.9g sugar · 15.8g carbs | 0.71 std | Any occasion |
| 6 | 110 in the shade | 8.2% ABV | 8.2% | 305 kcal · 2.4g sugar · 16.6g carbs | 2.33 std | Quick, easy serve |
| 7 | Amante Picante | 8.5% ABV | 8.5% | 248 kcal · 23.0g sugar · 26.7g carbs | 1.42 std | Any occasion |
| 8 | Cactus Berry | 8.5% ABV | 8.5% | 368 kcal · 33.2g sugar · 41.3g carbs | 1.32 std | Any occasion |
| 9 | Flower Power | 9.4% ABV | 9.4% | 351 kcal · 47.2g sugar · 47.9g carbs | 1.42 std | Any occasion |
| 10 | Mexican Madras | 9.4% ABV | 9.4% | 206 kcal · 11.6g sugar · 20.2g carbs | 1.42 std | Any occasion |
| 11 | Tequonic | 9.4% ABV | 9.4% | 277 kcal · 28.6g sugar · 35.2g carbs | 1.42 std | Quick, easy serve |
| 12 | The Nomad South | 9.6% ABV | 9.6% | 376 kcal · 53.8g sugar · 59.5g carbs | 1.42 std | Any occasion |
| 13 | High Plains Drifter No. 1 | 9.9% ABV | 9.9% | 390 kcal · 43.4g sugar · 52.8g carbs | 1.82 std | Any occasion |
| 14 | Mexican Firing Squad | 10.5% ABV | 10.5% | 339 kcal · 41.2g sugar · 52.1g carbs | 1.42 std | Any occasion |
| 15 | T.N.T. Cocktail No. 2 | 10.5% ABV | 10.5% | 99 kcal · 7.7g sugar · 7.7g carbs | 0.71 std | Quick, easy serve |
| 16 | Vagabundo | 10.6% ABV | 10.6% | 192 kcal · 8.1g sugar · 14.4g carbs | 1.42 std | Any occasion |
| 17 | Prado | 11.3% ABV | 11.3% | 355 kcal · 29.3g sugar · 37.4g carbs | 1.88 std | Any occasion |
| 18 | Tequila Fizz | 11.6% ABV | 11.6% | 323 kcal · 41.4g sugar · 42.1g carbs | 1.42 std | Any occasion |
| 19 | Hot Pants | 12.3% ABV | 12.3% | 382 kcal · 32.8g sugar · 40.1g carbs | 2.17 std | Any occasion |
| 20 | Alamo Splash | 14.2% ABV | 14.2% | 215 kcal · 10.0g sugar · 13.7g carbs | 1.42 std | Any occasion |
| 21 | Mexicana | 14.2% ABV | 14.2% | 248 kcal · 25.1g sugar · 28.2g carbs | 1.42 std | Any occasion |
| 22 | Paloma | 14.2% ABV | 14.2% | 226 kcal · 30.2g sugar · 30.2g carbs | 1.06 std | Quick, easy serve |
| 23 | Tequila Collins | 14.2% ABV | 14.2% | 326 kcal · 44.4g sugar · 47.0g carbs | 1.42 std | Any occasion |
| 24 | Tequila Matador | 14.2% ABV | 14.2% | 182 kcal · 6.9g sugar · 12.6g carbs | 1.42 std | Quick, easy serve |
| 25 | Yellow Rose Of Texas | 14.2% ABV | 14.2% | 389 kcal · 49.0g sugar · 52.2g carbs | 2.01 std | Any occasion |
All nutrition values are estimates based on standard recipe quantities. — = data not available.
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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
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Frequently asked questions
- What does this ranking show?
- This page ranks tequila 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 tequila 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 tequila cocktails are on this page?
- This ranking includes 25 tequila cocktails that pass WhatDrink's recipe quality and data completeness filters. The list updates as new recipes are added to the database.
- Why focus on tequila specifically?
- Tequila is the base spirit, which sets the alcohol foundation. The mixers and modifiers around it determine most of the sugar and calorie variation, making tequila cocktails a useful controlled comparison.