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The Best Keto & Low Carb Cocktails Recipes

Last Updated April 21, 2020. Published October 4, 2019 By Davinah Cenou Montezuma

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At the end of a long week, there’s nothing more perfect than a delicious cocktail. And, when you keep that perfect cocktail keto-friendly, you can enjoy your drink guilt free! In this post, I share some cocktail recipes that you can have on keto and give some tips on how to craft your own keto cocktail at home or at a bar.

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Related: All of the recipes on this page are adult drinks. You can check out my Keto Drink Recipes post, if you’d like to have some family-friendly options.

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What cocktails are Keto-friendly?

If you’re hoping to have a Keto happy hour at home or while out, one of the main questions you might have is, “what cocktails can I have on keto?”

Considering that drinks can become some of the most sugar-filled and carb-laden, this is a really good question. 

Since there are lots of possibilities for keto-friendly cocktails, I’ll give you some tips on how to make or create a keto-friendly alcoholic drink while at a bar.

Choose Drinks with Low Carb Alcohol

All of these drink recipes include low carb alcohol. They are naturally low or free of sugar and carbs. 

So, in this post, you’ll find:

  • Gin Cocktails
  • Whiskey or Bourbon Cocktails
  • Rum Cocktails
  • Vodka Cocktails
  • Tequila Cocktails

When buying these at the store, be sure to get the original version. Flavored varieties, say for example, Coconut Rum, is made with a coconut flavored simply syrup.

Skip fruity mixes

As I mentioned in my Keto Mexican Food Recipes post, fruity drinks are the worst when it comes to sugar. So, if you want to stay in ketosis, it’ll be important to skip those while out. 

When you’re at home, it’s easy to get the fruity flavors in “skinny mixes” that are sugar-free or by just using a keto-friendly fruit like berries with a keto sugar substitute. 

What tools do I need to make Low Carb Cocktails at home?

Besides the alcohol, there are a few things that I recommend to make your keto cocktail dreams come true. 

I’m going to link them on Amazon below in case you want to get them online. However, many of these items are also available in local stores. I just prefer to shop online and get Amazon Prime’s FREE Same-Day or Two Day shipping.

 

Muddler

When making drinks that contain things like mint, lemons, and limes, it’s great to have a muddler. It helps to release the oils and juices to make your drink full flavored.OXO SteeL Muddler with Non-Scratch Nylon Head

Cocktail Shaker

A cocktail shaker will help you mix your drink without making a mess. It also allows you to strain off things that you want for flavor, but not necessarily in your final cup. I love this one because it contains some starter recipes, is dishwasher safe, and has a strainer built in the top.

Cocktail Shaker

Keto Sugar Substitute

Cutting carbs and sugar doesn’t mean we have to give up sweet cocktails. So, having keto-friendly sugar substitutes on hand is key. This one is a blend of monk fruit and erythritol. It works well in hot or cold drinks as well as my keto baking recipes. Monk Fruit Granular Erythritol Blend sweetener in a bag

 

Are there keto-friendly options for simple syrup?

Most sweet cocktails include simple syrup as a sweetener. 

Simple Syrup is really just a mix of water and sugar. I don’t have a recipe up on the blog for Keto Simple Syrup just yet, but one option that I’ve used in this past is Honest Syrup. It only has 1g net carb per serving and including interesting flavors like coconut, maple, and vanilla.

Low Carb Gin Cocktails

This classic spirit is full of herbaceous and floral notes, and makes a delicious cocktail when with paired with the right ingredients. From the classic gin and tonic, to fruit flavor pairings, these keto gin cocktails are tasty!

Knotweed Gin and Tonic – Adamant Kitchen

knotweed gin and tonic in a glass

Gin and Ginger Beer Cocktail – Greedy Gourmet

gin and ginger beer in a cup

Hibiscus Gin Fizz Recipe – Easy Cooking with Molly

hibiscus gin keto cocktail in a cup

Grapefruit Ginger Fizz – My Life Cookbook 

Grapefruit low carb cocktail in a glass

 

Keto-friendly Whiskey or Bourbon Cocktails

Did you know that the main notable difference between these two is where they’re made, not how they taste? Grab your preferred spirit, some ice and some fresh berries for a delicious keto approved adult beverage. 

Low Carb Strawberry Basil Bourbon Smash – Peace Love and Low Carb

Keto Cocktail with strawberry basil

Low-Carb Paleo Blackberry & Sage Cocktail – All the Nourishing Things

Blackberry & Sage cocktail

 

Vodka Low Carb Adult Drinks

One of the most versatile alcohols available, vodka goes fabulously with so many ingredients! There’s a plethora of vodka based keto cocktails, but these are some of my favorite! 

Keto Vodka Mojito – Dr. Davinah’s Eats

Keto Strawberry Mojito

Keto Spiked Root Beer Floats – The Farmwife Drinks

Keto Spiked Root Beer Drink

Fresh Pineapple Mint Moscow Mules – Good Life Eats

Pineapple Moscow Mule Low Carb Cocktail in a cup

Spicy Pickle Martini Recipe – Couple in the Kitchen

Spicy Pickle Martini

Keto Frozen Mudslide Recipe – Dr. Davinah’s Eats

Keto Frozen Mudslide recipe

Vodka and Club Soda with Lime – The Farmwife Drinks

Low Carb Vodka and Club Soda

 

Keto-friendly Drinks Using Rum

Take your keto cocktail beyond rum and diet coke! Pair this popular spirit with tropical flavors for a summer flavor extravaganza! 

Keto-Friendly Rum and Coke – Better Than Bread Keto

Keto-friendly Rum and Coke cocktail

Keto Coquito (Low-carb Spanish Eggnog) – Dr. Davinah’s Eats

Keto Coquito drink

Malibu Slush – With A Blast

Low Carb Malibu Slush

Keto Snowbank Winter Cocktail – Better Than Bread Keto

Keto Winter Cocktail

Keto Strawberry Daiquiri – Vegannie

Keto Strawberry Daiquiri

 

Tequila-based Keto Cocktails

Explore the flavor profile of tequila with more than just a margarita  (although its hard to beat a good margarita!) with these keto approved cocktail ideas!

The Best Skinny Margarita Recipe – Wholesome Yum

Skinny Margarita

 

Blackberry Lime Infused Tequila and Tequila Sunset Drink – My Life Cookbook

Blackberry Lime infused tequila drink in a glass

Keto-Friendly Jalapeno Margarita – Better Than Bread Keto

Keto Jalapeno Martini

 

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