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 | Cocktail |
| 3 | Whitecap Margarita | 6.3% ABV | 6.3% | 342 kcal · 27.4g sugar · 33.3g carbs | 1.42 std | Cocktail |
| 4 | Tequila Mockingbird | 7.4% ABV | 7.4% | 326 kcal · 25.1g sugar · 45.0g carbs | 1.42 std | Cocktail |
| 5 | Viva Villa | 7.7% ABV | 7.7% | 128 kcal · 11.9g sugar · 15.8g carbs | 0.71 std | Cocktail |
| 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 | Cocktail |
| 8 | Cactus Berry | 8.5% ABV | 8.5% | 368 kcal · 33.2g sugar · 41.3g carbs | 1.32 std | Cocktail |
| 9 | Flower Power | 9.4% ABV | 9.4% | 351 kcal · 47.2g sugar · 47.9g carbs | 1.42 std | Cocktail |
| 10 | Mexican Madras | 9.4% ABV | 9.4% | 206 kcal · 11.6g sugar · 20.2g carbs | 1.42 std | Cocktail |
| 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 | Cocktail |
| 13 | High Plains Drifter No. 1 | 9.9% ABV | 9.9% | 390 kcal · 43.4g sugar · 52.8g carbs | 1.82 std | Cocktail |
| 14 | Mexican Firing Squad | 10.5% ABV | 10.5% | 339 kcal · 41.2g sugar · 52.1g carbs | 1.42 std | Cocktail |
| 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 | Cocktail |
| 17 | Prado | 11.3% ABV | 11.3% | 355 kcal · 29.3g sugar · 37.4g carbs | 1.88 std | Cocktail |
| 18 | Tequila Fizz | 11.6% ABV | 11.6% | 323 kcal · 41.4g sugar · 42.1g carbs | 1.42 std | Cocktail |
| 19 | Hot Pants | 12.3% ABV | 12.3% | 382 kcal · 32.8g sugar · 40.1g carbs | 2.17 std | Cocktail |
| 20 | Paloma | 13.7% ABV | 13.7% | 266 kcal · 32.1g sugar · 33.4g carbs | 1.20 std | Cocktail |
| 21 | Alamo Splash | 14.2% ABV | 14.2% | 215 kcal · 10.0g sugar · 13.7g carbs | 1.42 std | Cocktail |
| 22 | Mexicana | 14.2% ABV | 14.2% | 248 kcal · 25.1g sugar · 28.2g carbs | 1.42 std | Cocktail |
| 23 | Tequila Collins | 14.2% ABV | 14.2% | 326 kcal · 44.4g sugar · 47.0g carbs | 1.42 std | Cocktail |
| 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 | Cocktail |
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
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- 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
- How is the ABV ranking calculated?
- This page ranks directly on estimated alcohol by volume (ABV) from WhatDrink recipe quantities and ingredient strength data. Lower estimated ABV ranks ahead; sugar, calories, and carbs are shown as separate context rather than being blended into the ABV rank.
- 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 ABV always mean a healthier drink?
- Not necessarily. A single lower metric does not make a cocktail healthier overall. Alcohol, calories, sugar, carbs, serving size, and individual context are different dimensions. Use this ranking for relative comparison on alcohol by volume (ABV), then check the other displayed metrics separately.
- How should I use this page to choose a drink?
- The table lets you compare tequila cocktails side by side on ABV. Click through to any individual cocktail page for the full ingredient list and nutrition breakdown. The "Top picks" panel adds cross-metric context without changing the page's primary ranking method.
- 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.