It is possible to be mindful of the nutritional content in your favorite adult beverages. Being health-conscious doesn’t have to mean quitting the drinks you love cold turkey. In fact, one spirit consistently rises above the rest when it comes to low sugar, fewer calories, and clean ingredients.
It’s not vodka.
It’s not gin.
It’s tequila.
Let’s start with the basics: a shot of tequila has around 100 calories, the lowest of any spirit, with zero carbs and zero sugar. That makes it a smart choice for anyone looking to enjoy a drink without the extra sugar or carb load.
If you’re a visual learner, learn more about tequila’s nutritional value below.
Of course, this only applies to the spirit itself. The real challenge comes with mixers. If you prefer a cocktail over sipping tequila straight, there are plenty of clean recipes that rely on natural ingredients. One of our favorites? Ranch Water —made with just tequila, lime juice and club soda.
It’s also worth noting that health-conscious drinkers aren’t reaching for just any tequila. They’re choosing 100% Blue Weber Agave tequila, crafted with only three ingredients: water, agave and yeast.
For years, tequila producers could add small amounts of sweeteners, flavorings and even caramel coloring without having to disclose them on the label. But today’s consumers are more curious—and cautious—about what’s in their bottles. They're asking tougher questions and demanding more transparency.
Thus, the additive-free movement was born. More and more tequila brands are holding themselves to higher levels of transparency than necessarily required by the Tequila Regulatory Council (CRT) in order to show scrutinizing consumers that their products contain no added junk, just the good stuff, plain and simple. You can read more about our favorite clean tequila with zero additives below.
Whether you’re looking to add a clean tequila to your spirits shelf or expand your existing collection, here’s a selection of delicious, additive-free, sippable and mixable tequilas.
Yes! Pure, additive-free tequila contains no gluten.
Yes and yes! Animal products are not used in the tequila distillation process.
There is 0 sugar in pure, additive-free tequila.
Tequila contains 0 carbs.
About 100 calories. (97, to be exact, according to the USDA.)1
Much like Champagne only comes from the Champagne region in France, tequila can only be made in the Jalisco region of Mexico and parts of Guanajuanto, Tamaulipas, Michoacan and Nayarit using at least 51% Blue Weber Agave.2
