Carbs in Whiskey
Keto-friendlyHow many carbs are in whiskey?
Whiskey has 0g net carbs per 100g — 0g total carbs minus 0g fiber — plus 0g protein, 0g fat, and 231 calories. 1 shot (1.5 fl oz) works out to about 0g net carbs and 102 calories. That makes whiskey very low in net carbs and lower than the typical drink, which averages about 21.1g net carbs per 100g. With this carb count, whiskey fits a keto or low-carb diet (usually 20–50g net carbs per day) in normal portions. Values are per per 100 g, sourced from USDA FoodData Central; net carbs are computed by CarbMeNot.
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Last updated June 10, 2026 · Reviewed by Jordan Lee, Nutrition Editor
Values per 100 g.
Is whiskey keto-friendly?
Yes — whiskey is keto-friendly. It has 0g net carbs per 100g (0g total carbs − 0g fiber). A typical serving — 1 shot (1.5 fl oz) — is about 0g net carbs. On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), that leaves plenty of room for other drinks and meals.
Carbs by serving size
| Serving | Net carbs | Total carbs | Protein | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 shot (1.5 fl oz) | 0g | 0g | 0g | 102 |
| 100 g (3.5 oz) | 0g | 0g | 0g | 231 |
| 1 oz (28 g) | 0g | 0g | 0g | 65 |
How many calories are in whiskey?
Whiskey has 231 calories per 100g. 1 shot (1.5 fl oz) has about 102 calories. That's alongside 0g protein, 0g fat, and 0g net carbs per 100g.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount (per 100 g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 231 |
| Total carbs | 0g |
| Net carbs | 0g |
| Fiber | 0g |
| Sugar | 0g |
| Sugar alcohols | 0g |
| Protein | 0g |
| Fat | 0g |
| Sodium | 20mg |
| Potassium | 5mg |
Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy). Net carbs = total carbs − fiber − sugar alcohols, computed by CarbMeNot.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many carbs are in whiskey?
- Whiskey has 0g of total carbs and 0g of net carbs per 100 grams.
- How many net carbs are in whiskey?
- Whiskey has 0g of net carbs per 100 grams (total carbs 0g minus 0g fiber).
- Is whiskey keto-friendly?
- Yes — whiskey is keto-friendly. It has 0g net carbs per 100g (0g total carbs − 0g fiber). A typical serving — 1 shot (1.5 fl oz) — is about 0g net carbs. On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), that leaves plenty of room for other drinks and meals.
- How many calories are in whiskey?
- Whiskey has 231 calories per 100 grams.
- How many carbs are in 1 shot (1.5 fl oz) of whiskey?
- 1 shot (1.5 fl oz) of whiskey (44g) has about 0g net carbs, 0g total carbs, and 102 calories.
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