Is Whiskey Keto-Friendly?

Whiskey is keto-friendly if limited in its consumption. Like all unflavored distilled spirits such as vodka, gin, and tequila, whiskey also has zero net carbs. There is 105 kcal in a jigger of whiskey, which consists standard alcohol concentration of 40% ABV. While being carb-free, regular consumption of whiskey might undermine staying in ketosis.

Keto if Limited

• Whiskey is a carb-free alcoholic drink, but you shouldn’t consume it too often if you’re trying to lose weight.  
• As a hard drink, especially if you’re running very low on carbs, it will make you feel drunk very fast and increase your cravings for processed food.
• Be cautious of flavored whiskey, which has different kinds of carbs.
• Avoid mixers except for sugar-free tonic water and club soda.
• Diet sodas will increase your insulin levels, resulting in more carb intake and an appetite for carb-loaded meals.
• Opt for dressing your unflavored whiskey with orange bitters or a grapefruit peel.
• Once a week, whiskey on the rocks might be the best medicine after a long work week.

Alcohol

• When in ketosis, alcohol discontinues the metabolism of fat. Your body uses the enzymes that it breaks down from the alcohol. So, you’ll stop burning fat for energy. 
• This way, whiskey will decrease your chances of achieving your weight loss goals.
• If you are a social drinker, you can still opt for a dry whiskey rather than carb-loaded cocktails or beer.
• Remember that sugar-free sweeteners will increase your cravings, so you shouldn’t have them regularly.
• Whiskey will also make you feel very hungover and tired afterward, which might trigger your appetite.
• When in doubt if an alcoholic drink is keto-friendly, stick to dry hard alcohol on the rocks with a no-carb mixer.