Whiskey is keto: it has ~0 g of net carbs per 1 shot (1.5 fl oz), within the keto diet's 5 g-per-serving limit.
Net carbs
0 g
per 1 shot (1.5 fl oz)
These are the carbs that count on keto: total carbs minus fiber.
Straight whiskey has 0 g net carbs per shot, but the alcohol itself can stall ketosis and is metabolized before fat.
Nutrition facts for whiskey
0 g
Fat
0 g
Protein
0 g
Fiber
Why whiskey is keto?
On keto the goal is to stay under ~5 g of net carbs per serving; whiskey has 0 g per 1 shot (1.5 fl oz) (0 g total − 0 g of fiber).
Related
Yes
Wine
3 g net
/ 1 glass (5 fl oz)
Yes
Bourbon
0 g net
/ 1 shot (1.5 fl oz)
Yes
Tequila
0 g net
/ shot (45 ml)
Yes
Vodka
0 g net
/ 1 shot (44 ml)
Yes
White wine
3 g net
/ 1 glass
Yes
Red wine
3 g net
/ 1 glass (150 ml)
See all: Keto alcohol
Source: nutritional estimate (USDA-style reference) · Confidence: high
Reviewed by the Ketorai team · Last updated: July 2, 2026 · How we assign the verdict
For information only. This does not replace advice from a health professional.
Reviewed by the Ketorai team · Last updated: July 2, 2026 · How we assign the verdict
For information only. This does not replace advice from a health professional.
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