Key takeaways
- The average hard cider in the catalog lists 19.4g of carbs and 174 calories per serving, across 95 ciders.
- Among ciders with a manufacturer or label source, the lowest-calorie lists 148 calories per 12 oz (Ciderboys Black Cherry); the lowest-carb lists 16.0g (Ciderboys Black Cherry).
- Carbs range from 1.6g to 36.0g per standard serving; 4 ciders list 5g or less.
The lowest-calorie hard cider with a primary source in the catalog is Ciderboys Black Cherry at 148 calories and 16.0g of carbs per 12 oz. Serving size and sweetness drive most of the spread, so compare the Serving column.
Lowest-calorie hard ciders
| Drink | Type | Serving | Carbs | Calories | ABV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ciderboys Black Cherry | Hard Cider | 12oz | 16.0g | 148 | 4.2% |
| Ciderboys Cucumber Mint | Hard Cider | 12oz | 16.0g | 148 | 4.2% |
| Ciderboys Watermelon Strawberry | Hard Cider | 12oz | 16.0g | 148 | 4.2% |
| Ciderboys Peach Pineapple Mango | Hard Cider | 12oz | 16.0g | 148 | 4.2% |
| Strongbow Gold Apple | Hard Cider | 11.2oz | 19.0g | 172 | 5.0% |
| Ciderboys Raspberry Smash | Hard Cider | 12oz | 28.0g | 199 | 5.0% |
| Ciderboys Pineapple Hula | Hard Cider | 12oz | 28.0g | 199 | 5.0% |
| Ciderboys Cranberry Razz | Hard Cider | 12oz | 28.0g | 199 | 5.0% |
| Ciderboys Blackberry Wild | Hard Cider | 12oz | 26.0g | 204 | 5.0% |
| Ciderboys Zen Berry | Hard Cider | 12oz | 26.0g | 204 | 5.0% |
Lowest-carb hard ciders
These tables list only ciders whose numbers come from the producer or a product label; other cider entries in the catalog may show lower figures that we have not been able to confirm.
| Drink | Type | Serving | Carbs | Calories | ABV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ciderboys Black Cherry | Hard Cider | 12oz | 16.0g | 148 | 4.2% |
| Ciderboys Cucumber Mint | Hard Cider | 12oz | 16.0g | 148 | 4.2% |
| Ciderboys Watermelon Strawberry | Hard Cider | 12oz | 16.0g | 148 | 4.2% |
| Ciderboys Peach Pineapple Mango | Hard Cider | 12oz | 16.0g | 148 | 4.2% |
| Strongbow Gold Apple | Hard Cider | 11.2oz | 19.0g | 172 | 5.0% |
| Ciderboys Blackberry Wild | Hard Cider | 12oz | 26.0g | 204 | 5.0% |
| Ciderboys Zen Berry | Hard Cider | 12oz | 26.0g | 204 | 5.0% |
| Ciderboys Imperial Strawberry | Hard Cider | 12oz | 27.0g | 242 | 8.0% |
| Ciderboys Imperial Peach | Hard Cider | 12oz | 27.0g | 242 | 8.0% |
| Ciderboys Imperial Pineapple | Hard Cider | 12oz | 27.0g | 242 | 8.0% |
Sweeter ciders
Ciders listing 25g of carbs or more per serving:
| Drink | Type | Serving | Carbs | Calories | ABV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| heineken lišácké jablko hruška | Hard Cider | 12oz | 25.6g | 191 | 3.5% |
| Ciderboys Blackberry Wild | Hard Cider | 12oz | 26.0g | 204 | 5.0% |
| Ciderboys Zen Berry | Hard Cider | 12oz | 26.0g | 204 | 5.0% |
| Ciderboys Imperial Strawberry | Hard Cider | 12oz | 27.0g | 242 | 8.0% |
| Ciderboys Imperial Peach | Hard Cider | 12oz | 27.0g | 242 | 8.0% |
| Ciderboys Imperial Pineapple | Hard Cider | 12oz | 27.0g | 242 | 8.0% |
How to read the numbers
Figures are for the serving shown, and sizes differ between a 12 oz can and a pint. The hard cider nutrition guide goes deeper, and the cider vs beer guide compares the two. The methodology page has the details; browse all hard ciders.
This page is information, not medical advice. The CDC says that drinking less is better for health than drinking more.
Frequently asked questions
What is the lowest-calorie hard cider?
The first table above ranks ciders by calories per serving. Check the Serving column, since a smaller can lists fewer.
Is there a low-carb cider?
Yes. The second table ranks ciders by carbs, lowest first. Dry ciders tend to lead.
How many carbs are in hard cider?
The average is in the key takeaways, with a wide spread from dry to flavored ciders.
Is hard cider lower in carbs than beer?
It depends on the product; see the cider vs beer carbs guide for the comparison.
Why do some ciders list high carbs?
Sweetened and fruit-flavored ciders list more carbs than dry ciders.
Is this medical advice?
No. This page is information, not medical advice. The CDC says that drinking less is better for health than drinking more.
Sources
Drink-specific numbers come from the DrinkLeader catalog and change as products are re-verified.