{"id":338,"date":"2026-05-31T12:09:55","date_gmt":"2026-05-31T12:09:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drinkleader.com\/blog\/?p=338"},"modified":"2026-05-31T12:26:02","modified_gmt":"2026-05-31T12:26:02","slug":"lowest-calorie-canned-cocktails-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drinkleader.com\/blog\/lowest-calorie-canned-cocktails-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Lowest-Calorie Canned Cocktails Worth Buying in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

Canned cocktails grew up in a hurry. What started as sugary, syrupy malt drinks now spans hundreds of legitimately well-built ready-to-drink options \u2014 some with the carb and calorie load of a hard seltzer. The trick is knowing which ones actually deserve a spot in your fridge.<\/p>\n

We track 555 canned cocktails<\/strong> in the DrinkLeader catalog<\/a>. The list below is the ten lowest-calorie picks that still hit at least 4.5% ABV and score competitively on overall efficiency. Want the full live ranking? See Lowest-Calorie Canned Cocktails<\/a> or the broader Best Canned Cocktails<\/a> page.<\/p>\n

What “low-calorie” means in this category<\/h2>\n

Most canned cocktails sit between 130 and 220 calories per serving. The cans below all clear the 120-calorie ceiling \u2014 a meaningful threshold if you’re stacking drinks against a calorie budget rather than just picking the cleanest single can. Brand diversity is enforced: no more than two cans from any one label so you get a real shopping list.<\/p>\n

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1. Flying Embers Hard Seltzer Mango<\/h3>\n

0g carbs<\/strong> \u00b7 80 cal<\/strong> \u00b7 4.5% ABV<\/strong><\/p>\n

At just 80 calories per serving, Flying Embers Hard Seltzer Mango delivers usable ABV without the calorie tax of a cocktail. Lower ABV at 4.5% means it pairs well with longer sessions. DrinkLeader score: 100\/100<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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2. Flying Embers Hard Seltzer Watermelon<\/h3>\n

0g carbs<\/strong> \u00b7 80 cal<\/strong> \u00b7 4.5% ABV<\/strong><\/p>\n

At just 80 calories per serving, Flying Embers Hard Seltzer Watermelon delivers usable ABV without the calorie tax of a cocktail. Lower ABV at 4.5% means it pairs well with longer sessions. DrinkLeader score: 100\/100<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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3. SoCIAL LITE Mango Lemonade<\/h3>\n

2g carbs<\/strong> \u00b7 80 cal<\/strong> \u00b7 5% ABV<\/strong><\/p>\n

At just 80 calories per serving, SoCIAL LITE Mango Lemonade delivers usable ABV without the calorie tax of a cocktail. Strong enough at 5% ABV that one can does the job. DrinkLeader score: 92.46\/100<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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4. SoCIAL LITE Strawberry Margarita<\/h3>\n

2g carbs<\/strong> \u00b7 80 cal<\/strong> \u00b7 5% ABV<\/strong><\/p>\n

At just 80 calories per serving, SoCIAL LITE Strawberry Margarita delivers usable ABV without the calorie tax of a cocktail. Strong enough at 5% ABV that one can does the job. DrinkLeader score: 92.46\/100<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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5. Mom Water Julie Peach<\/h3>\n

0g carbs<\/strong> \u00b7 90 cal<\/strong> \u00b7 5% ABV<\/strong><\/p>\n

At just 90 calories per serving, Mom Water Julie Peach delivers usable ABV without the calorie tax of a cocktail. Strong enough at 5% ABV that one can does the job. DrinkLeader score: 100\/100<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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6. Mom Water Linda Lemon<\/h3>\n

0g carbs<\/strong> \u00b7 90 cal<\/strong> \u00b7 5% ABV<\/strong><\/p>\n

At just 90 calories per serving, Mom Water Linda Lemon delivers usable ABV without the calorie tax of a cocktail. Strong enough at 5% ABV that one can does the job. DrinkLeader score: 100\/100<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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7. Volley Tequila Seltzer Sharp Grapefruit<\/h3>\n

0g carbs<\/strong> \u00b7 90 cal<\/strong> \u00b7 5% ABV<\/strong><\/p>\n

At just 90 calories per serving, Volley Tequila Seltzer Sharp Grapefruit delivers usable ABV without the calorie tax of a cocktail. Strong enough at 5% ABV that one can does the job. DrinkLeader score: 100\/100<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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8. Volley Tequila Seltzer Zesty Lime<\/h3>\n

0g carbs<\/strong> \u00b7 90 cal<\/strong> \u00b7 5% ABV<\/strong><\/p>\n

At just 90 calories per serving, Volley Tequila Seltzer Zesty Lime delivers usable ABV without the calorie tax of a cocktail. Strong enough at 5% ABV that one can does the job. DrinkLeader score: 100\/100<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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9. Clean Cause Blackberry Cucumber<\/h3>\n

0g carbs<\/strong> \u00b7 90 cal<\/strong> \u00b7 5% ABV<\/strong><\/p>\n

At just 90 calories per serving, Clean Cause Blackberry Cucumber delivers usable ABV without the calorie tax of a cocktail. Strong enough at 5% ABV that one can does the job. DrinkLeader score: 100\/100<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10. Clean Cause Watermelon Mint<\/h3>\n

0g carbs<\/strong> \u00b7 90 cal<\/strong> \u00b7 5% ABV<\/strong><\/p>\n

At just 90 calories per serving, Clean Cause Watermelon Mint delivers usable ABV without the calorie tax of a cocktail. Strong enough at 5% ABV that one can does the job. DrinkLeader score: 100\/100<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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