Is beer (regular) keto?

Beer (regular)

Not keto No — beer (regular) is not keto-friendly.

Often called "liquid bread": about 13 g carbs per can, and craft IPAs and stouts can be double that.

Nutrition per serving

12 fl oz can · 356 g
Net carbs
13g
Calories
153kcal
Protein
1.6g
Fat
0g
Total carbs
13 g
Fiber
0 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 63%

About 139 g of beer (regular) adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 39% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for beer (regular)
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories153 kcal43 kcal
Total carbohydrate13 g3.6 g
Dietary fiber0 g0 g
Net carbs13 g3.6 g
Sugars 0 g 0 g
Protein1.6 g0.5 g
Fat0 g0 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is beer (regular) keto?

No — beer (regular) is not keto-friendly. Often called "liquid bread": about 13 g carbs per can, and craft IPAs and stouts can be double that.

How many net carbs are in beer (regular)?

12 fl oz can (356 g) of beer (regular) has about 13 g net carbs (13 g total carbs minus 0 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 3.6 g net carbs.

How much beer (regular) can I eat on keto?

About 139 g of beer (regular) adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 39% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 63% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for beer (regular)?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #168746): Alcoholic beverage, beer, regular, all. Net carbs = total carbohydrate − fiber. Rating: Not keto — More than about 10 g net carbs per typical serving. Swap it for a low-carb alternative. How we rate foods. Last reviewed October 18, 2026.

Typical price: about $1.80/lb — U.S. average price (Malt beverages (beer), per 16 oz: $1.88), Bureau of Labor Statistics, September 2026. How we estimate prices

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