The Most Refreshing Low-Calorie Beer Options You Can Buy

Bud Light

Calories: 110

ABV: 4.2%

Carbs: 6.6 grams

*All nutrition data is based on one 12-oz serving (about one can)

This American classic dominates the entire beer market, selling more than any other beer in the U.S. — and it was the first beer in the country to display a comprehensive serving facts and ingredients label on its packaging. (Cue: group cheers to transparency!) Plus, this low-calorie beer is easy to drink and on tap nearly everywhere beer is sold.

Miller64

Calories: 64

ABV: 2.8%

Carbs: 2.4 grams

Miller Lite is great, but have you tried Miller64? This low-carb and low-calorie beer doesn't skimp on flavor, so your taste buds won't feel let down. One potential downside? Even though it has all of the makings of a classic, buzz-worthy brew, it has a low ABV of 2.8 percent — so it might not be a good option if you want something with a higher alcohol content. However, if you're not interested in getting tipsy, this could be a plus for you!

Omission Ultimate Light Golden Ale

Calories: 99

ABV: 4.2%

Carbs: 3 grams

This gluten-free, low-calorie beer really is the ultimate. It hits your mouth with citrus flavors, making it perfect for hot days spent in the backyard or at the beach. (Sound up your alley? Check out these delish gluten-free beers.)

Corona Light

Calories: 99

ABV: 4.0%

Carbs: 4.8 grams

Nothing says summer like an ice-cold Corona. The pilsner-style light brew is the perfect refresher to pack for the beach and is complemented perfectly with a dash of lemon or lime juice. This Mexico-brewed, low-calorie beer even brings a little sunshine to the colder winter months.

Miller Lite

Calories: 96

ABV: 4.2%

Carbs: 3.2 grams

The OG "light beer," Miller Lite started the trend that now dominates the U.S. beer market. The light pale lager is the most gold medal-awarded light beer at the Great American Beer Festival and it also won the 2016 Gold Award in the World Beer Cup for the light lager category.

Bud Light Lime

Calories: 116

ABV: 4.2%

Carbs: 8 grams

Bud Light Lime packs the same ABV as Bud Light and adds a kick of refreshing lime — yum! It's brewed with real lime peels, so you're sure to taste that lime goodness in every sip. And if you're more into the fruit flavor than the beer taste, Bud Light also makes amazing seltzers.

Michelob Ultra

Calories: 95

ABV: 4.2%

Carbs: 2.6 grams

The original "low-carb beer," this brew is your best bet if you typically prefer fruity cocktails. Don't be fooled by the nutrition label, though: If you expect this beer to skimp on flavor, you'd be wrong. Michelob Ultra has a citrusy taste and it's as crisp as can be. (And yes, low-carb beers are cool, but when it comes to food, healthy carbs do belong in your diet.)

Guinness Draught Stout

Calories: 126

ABV: 4.2%

Carbs: 9.9 grams

Don't let the dark color fool you: This Irish stout beer is one of the lowest-calorie beers of its kind. Plus, it's packed with rich, roasted coffee-like flavor, making it a unique option in the low-calorie beer category. (Love the coffee flavor? Here are the many health benefits of actual coffee.)

Budweiser Select 55

Calories: 55

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 2.4%

Carbs: 1.9 grams

A 55-calorie beer looks appealing at first glance, but fewer calories means lower alcohol content and very little flavor. However, if you're having a drink with friends and prefer ultra-pale beers to hoppy options, this could be the choice for you. But keep in mind: A regular Budweiser Select has a higher ABV at 4.3 percent and still comes in under 100 calories (99 calories per 12oz) — plus it packs more flavor than a Select 55.

Coors Light

Calories: 102

ABV: 4.2%

Carbs: 5 grams

Compared to a regular ole Coors, Coors Light wins points for coming in at just over 100 calories. But odds are you'll be even more impressed with the can: You'll know when this low-calorie beer is cold because the frosty mountains on the label turn blue. Conversation starter? That would be a yes!

New Belgium Brewing Company Mountain Time Premium Lager

Calories: 130

ABV: 4.4%

Carbs: 10 grams

Easy-to-drink and crisp, this low-calorie beer from New Belgium Brewing Company is perfect for the beach. Pair the light-bodied brew with a salty summer snack such as chips or pretzels during a bonfire or a backyard cookout. (

Natural Light

Calories: 95

ABV: 4.2%

Carbs: 3.2 grams

You may not have had one since your college days, but Natural Light packs fewer calories and carbs with the same ABV as Anheuser Busch's other low-cal brew, Bud Light. The only problem: It's often said to lack taste. But it's definitely worth trying out again, if only for the throwback to college parties.

New Belgium Brewing Company Fat Tire Amber Ale

Calories: 160

ABV: 5.2%

Carbs: 9 grams

This Colorado-made, Belgian-inspired beer has a sweet malt taste that pairs well with a variety of foods. Try pairing this low-calorie beer with a refreshing summer salad, or use it as a special ingredient in your homemade BBQ sauce.

Busch Light

Calories: 95

ABV: 4.1%

Carbs: 3.2 grams

Regular Busch barely beats Busch Light in terms of ABV (4.3 percent to the light option's 4.1 percent), so why not choose the low-calorie beer option? Another plus: Busch Light has basically the same flavor profile as its regular counterpart — it's just a little less yeasty. And IMHO, a crisper option is always more refreshing.

Sierra Nevada Summerfest Crisp Summer Lager

Calories: 163

ABV: 5.0%

Carbs: 13.5 grams

This pilsner-style lager's name says it all — it's made for summer. Summerfest has a unique flavor profile, thanks to its mix of spicy and floral hops taste as well as malt flavor. And at 5 percent ABV, this pick promises a buzz that'll help you beat the summer heat.

Yuengling Light Lager

Calories: 99

ABV: 3.8%

Carbs: 3.2 grams

Maintaining the rich flavor and character of the traditional Yuengling lager while staying light is no small feat. But this low-calorie beer does it with ease — and without changing much of the taste. The lager has only been around since 2001, but the brewery itself was first founded in 1829, making Yuengling America's oldest brewery.

Kona Brewing Company Longboard Island Lager

Calories: 134

ABV: 4.6%

Carbs: 11 grams

Longboard Island Lager is a smooth, refreshing lager that will make you feel like you're on a Hawaiian beach after just one sip. A delicate, slightly spicy hop aroma complements the simplicity and crispness of this low-calorie beer.

Heineken Light

Calories: 99

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 3.3%

Carbs: 6.8 grams

Brewed in Holland, this low-calorie beer offers fewer than 100 calories but packs the same smooth and subtle bitterness as other brews. Pair a pint with citrus-marinated chicken or a hearty salad for a light and refreshing meal.

Beck's Premier Light

Calories: 64

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 2.3%

Carbs: 3.9 grams

When you're planning on day drinking but don't want to be wasted by 2 p.m., turn to this low-calorie beer. The drink has an ABV of 2.3 percent, so you can drink a couple without getting a major buzz. Plus, it has a slightly fruity crispness that'll refresh you after every single sip. (Love the fruity flavors? Get your hands on one of these canned alcoholic wines, cocktails, and seltzers.)