5 Non-Alcoholic Beer Alternatives That Are Also Low in Carbs

Gone are the days when O’Doul’s stood alone as the solitary non-alcoholic brew. Today, from trendy microbreweries to established giants, 0.0% beers are popping up everywhere—restaurants, bars, festivals, and store shelves included. While they're light on calories, ranging from 50 to 95, don't be fooled—these alcohol-free contenders can spike glucose levels as much as pizza or pasta, soaring between 40 to 50 points.

Here are five nonalcoholic beer alternatives that also have a minimal impact on glucose levels. 

Two N/A Beer Alternatives that shouldn’t spike glucose levels: 

Hop Water, e.g. Hop Splash by Sierra Nevada | 0 calories, 0 carbs

Natural Bridges Kolsch by Surreal Brewing Co | 17 calories, 2.8 carbs 

Two N/A Beer Alternatives that should raise glucose levels only slightly, e.g. 10-20 points: 

Juicy Mavs by Surreal Brewing Co | 25 calories, 5 grams carbs

Athletic Brewing LITE | 25 calories, 5 grams carbs

Dunkel-Style N/A Beer Alternative that should raise glucose levels only moderately, e.g. 20-30 points

Dunkel by Partake | 30 calories, 8 grams carbs

For more on non-alcoholic beers, including a taste test of a dozen-plus with local brewery owner Scott Woods, check out Molly’s FUELED podcast, Brews without Booze: Exploring the World of Non-Alcoholic Beer

**Note: This was a very small and anecdotal assessment via continuous glucose monitor. To understand what is best for you, please check with your physician and/or registered dietitian for personalized nutritional guidance.