Popular Beers' Nutrient Content: Carbs, Alcohol, Protein, And More

Maybe your like

Medical News TodaySubscribeHow many carbs are in some popular beers?

Medically reviewed by Imashi Fernando, MS, RDN, CDCES — Written by Jon Johnson — Updated on November 3, 2025

Bud
Miller
Modelo
Blue Moon
Corona
Coors
Other beers
Fewer calories
Summary

Brewers make beer by fermenting grains that contain carbohydrates, such as barley and wheat. Most beers also contain added sugars, which increases the beverage’s carbohydrate level.

The number of grains and added sugars that remain in the beer varies according to the fermentation process.

People watching their carbohydrate intake may want to limit the amount of beer they drink.

This article lists 28 popular beers and their carbohydrate content, along with other ingredients.

Bud

two glasses of beer against a city backdrop-1 — Alexander Spatari/Getty Images

Bud is very popular and is available as regular or light.

Bud Light

Bud Light contains:

water
barley
rice
hops

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fluid ounce (fl oz) serving:

carbs: 6.6 grams (g)
calories: 110
protein: 0.9 g
alcohol by volume (ABV): 4.2%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Budweiser

Budweiser contains:

barley
rice
hops
water

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 11 g
calories: 145
protein: 1.3 g
ABV: 5%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Miller

There are several varieties of Miller that contain different amounts of carbs, alcohol, and other nutrients.

Miller Genuine Draft

Miller Genuine Draft contains:

water
barley malt
corn syrup
yeast
hop extract
hops

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 12.2 g
calories: 140
protein: less than 1 g
ABV: 4.6%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Miller Lite

Miller Lite contains:

water
barley malt
corn syrup
yeast
hop extract
hops

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 3.2 g
calories: 96
protein: less than 1 g
ABV: 4.2%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Miller High Life

Miller High Life contains:

water
barley malt
corn syrup
yeast
hop extract

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 12.2 g
calories: 141
protein: less than 1 g
ABV: 4.6%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Miller High Life Light

Miller High Life Light contains:

water
barley malt
corn syrup
yeast
hop extract

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 6.2 g
calories: 107
protein: less than 1 g
ABV: 4.1
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Miller64

Miller64 contains:

water
barley malt
corn syrup
yeast
hop extract

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 2.4 g
calories: 64
protein: less than 1 g
ABV: 2.8%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Modelo

Modelo is another popular beer available in these varieties:

Modelo Especial

Modelo Especial contains:

water
barley malt
non-malted cereals
hops

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 13.6 g
calories: 143
protein: 1.1 g
ABV: 4.4%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Modelo Negra

Modelo Negra contains:

water
barley malt
non-malted cereals
hops

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 15.7 g
calories: 172
protein: 1.5 g
ABV: 5.4%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Blue Moon

Blue Moon is a wheat beer available in two common varieties:

Blue Moon Belgian White

Blue Moon Belgian White contains:

water
barley malt
yeast
wheat
hop extract
oats
orange peel
coriander

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 14.1 g
calories: 168
protein: 1.9 g
ABV: 5.4%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Blue Moon Honey Wheat

Blue Moon Honey Wheat contains:

water
barley malt
yeast
wheat
hops
corn syrup
honey
orange peel

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 11.7 g
calories: 153
protein: 1.4 g
ABV: 5.2%
not vegan friendly
contains gluten

Corona

Corona is a Mexican beer also available in a couple of varieties:

Corona Extra

Corona Extra contains:

water
barley malt
non-malted cereals
hops

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 13.9 g
calories: 148
protein: 1.2 g
ABV: 4.6%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Corona Light

Corona Light contains:

water
barley malt
non-malted cereals
hops

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 4.8 g
calories: 99
protein: 0.8 g
ABV: 4.0%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Coors

Coors is available in several varieties:

Coors Banquet

Coors Banquet contains:

water
barley malt
corn syrup
yeast
hop extract

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 11.7 g
calories: 147
protein: 1 g
ABV: 5.0%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Coors Light

Coors Light contains:

water
barley malt
corn syrup
hop extract
lager yeast

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 5 g
calories: 102
protein: less than 1 g
ABV: 4.2%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Other beers

Here are some more popular beers and their nutritional content:

Guinness Draught

Guinness Draught contains:

roasted malted barley
hops
nitrogen
yeast
water

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 9.4 g
calories: 124
protein: 0 g
ABV: 4.2%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Stella Artois Lager

Stella Artois Lager contains:

barley
hops
water

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 11.2-fl oz serving:

carbs: 10.9 g
calories: 141
protein: n.a.
ABV: 5%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Dos Equis Lager Especial

Dos Equis Lager Especial contains:

water
malted barley
corn starch
corn syrup
hops
ascorbic acid

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 11 g
calories: 131
protein: n.a.
ABV: 4.2%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Natural Light

Natural Light contains:

water
barley malt
cereal grains
yeast
hops

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 3.2 g
calories: 95
protein: 0.7 g
ABV: 4.2%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Michelob Ultra

Michelob Ultra contains:

water
barley
rice
hops

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-oz serving:

carbs: 2.6 g
calories: 95
protein: 0.6 g
ABV: 4.2%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Busch

Busch contains:

water
barley
corn grits
hops

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 6.9 g
calories: 114
protein: 0.9 g
ABV: 4.3%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Busch Light

Busch Light contains:

water
barley
corn grits
hops

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-oz serving:

carbs: 3.2 g
calories: 95
protein: 0.7 g
ABV: 4.1%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Keystone Light

Keystone Light contains:

water
barley malt
corn syrup
yeast
hop extract

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 4.7 g
calories: 101
protein: less than 1 g
ABV: 4.1%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Keystone Premium

Keystone Premium contains:

water
barley malt
corn syrup
yeast
hop extract

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-oz serving:

carbs: 5.0 g
calories: 108
protein: less than 1 g
ABV: 4.4%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Olde English 800

Olde English 800 contains:

water
barley malt
corn syrup
yeast
hop extract

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-fl oz serving:

carbs: 10.8 g
calories: 161
protein: 1.1 g
ABV: 5.9%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Saint Archer Blonde Ale

Saint Archer Blonde Ale contains:

water
barley malt
wheat
yeast
hops

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-oz serving:

carbs: 12.6 g
calories: 149
protein: 1.4 g
ABV: 4.8%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Saint Archer Double IPA

Saint Archer Double IPA contains:

water
barley malt
yeast
hops

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-oz serving:

carbs: 15.3 g
calories: 233
protein: 1.9 g
ABV: 8.3%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

Sol

Sol contains:

water
barley malt
maltose syrup
yeast
hops

Nutritional information and important stats based on a 12-oz serving:

carbs: 11.6 g
calories: 138
protein: less than 1 g
ABV: 4.5%
vegan friendly
contains gluten

»Learn more:Which type of alcohol has the fewest calories?

Drinking fewer calories

A person can reduce the number of calories they consume from beer by drinking the “light” options.

People can also try:

drinking water between each beer, as the water will make the person feel fuller, as well as hydrating them
focusing on sipping drinks slowly
avoiding drinking beer late at night
avoiding drinking on an empty stomach
avoiding mixing beer with drinks that contain caffeine, such as energy drinks, coffee, and tea, as these can prolong periods of drinking
trying to cut back drinking gradually

The American Heart Association recommends that men consume no more than two alcoholic drinks per day, and women no more than one.

They class the following as one drink:

a 1.5-oz serving of 80-proof spirits
a 5-oz glass of wine
a 12-oz beer

Summary

The amount of carbs in popular beers varies based on several factors, including ingredients and overall sugar levels.

In general, light beers are lower in both calories and carbohydrates than many of their full-flavored counterparts.

Beer may not be a suitable option for diets that severely restrict carbohydrates. However, some light beers with very few carbs may be suitable for people on less restrictive diets.

Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs
Nutrition / Diet
Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness

How we reviewed this article:

SourcesMedical News Today has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical journals and associations. We only use quality, credible sources to ensure content accuracy and integrity. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy.

Bud Light. (n.d.).https://www.budlight.com/beers/budlight
Busch. (n.d.).https://www.busch.com/products/busch
Busch Light. (n.d.).https://www.busch.com/products/busch-light
Is drinking alcohol part of a healthy lifestyle? (2025).https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/nutrition-basics/alcohol-and-heart-health
Lager Especial. (n.d.).https://dosequis.com/beers-and-recipes/lager/
Michelob Ultra. (n.d.).https://www.michelobultra.com/products/beers/michelob-ultra
MillerCoors brand nutritional data. (2019).https://www.molsoncoors.com/sites/millercoors/files/MC_Nutritional_Information-02052019.pdf
Modelo FAQ. (n.d.).https://www.modelousa.com/en-US/faq
Natural light. (n.d.).https://www.naturallight.com/products/natural-light
Nutritional information and fermentation sources. (n.d.).https://www.molsoncoors.com/nutritional-information
Nutritionix database. (n.d.).https://www.nutritionix.com/database
Our cervezas. (n.d.).https://www.coronausa.com/our-cerveza
Stella Artois Lager. (n.d.).https://www.stellaartois.com/stella-artois-lager

Share this article

Medically reviewed by Imashi Fernando, MS, RDN, CDCES — Written by Jon Johnson — Updated on November 3, 2025

Latest news

Eating high amounts of red meat may raise diabetes risk by as much as 49%
5 facts and myths about protein, unpicked by experts
Expert birders have younger brains: How expertise may protect brain health
AI tool may offer early warning of colorectal cancer in ulcerative colitis
Daily aspirin does not lower colorectal cancer risk, review finds

Related Coverage

Alcohol and weight loss: What to knowMedically reviewed by Grant Tinsley, Ph.D., CSCS,*D, CISSN
Drinking alcohol can affect weight loss attempts because alcoholic beverages are often high in calories and low in nutritional value. Learn more here.
READ MORE
Alcohol use disorder and alcoholism: An overview
"Alcoholism" is a commonly used term to describe alcohol use disorder (AUD), a health condition that involves uncontrollable drinking.
READ MORE
10 alcohol alternatives
Alternatives include nonalcoholic beer, wine, and cider, as well as creative options such as mocktails, kombucha, and ginger beer.
READ MORE
5 facts and myths about protein, unpicked by experts
Can you have too much protein, do some people need more than others, and what are the best protein sources? A bariatric surgeon and a dietitian answer…
READ MORE
What's the hype around magnesium, and should you take supplements?
A preventive cardiology dietitian and a doctor specializing in women's health weigh in on the benefits of, and hype around magnesium supplements for…
READ MORE

Tag » How Many Carbs Are In A Bud Light

Bud

Bud Light

Budweiser

Miller

Miller Genuine Draft

Miller Lite

Miller High Life

Miller High Life Light

Miller64

Modelo

Modelo Especial

Modelo Negra

Blue Moon

Blue Moon Belgian White

Blue Moon Honey Wheat

Corona

Corona Extra

Corona Light

Coors

Coors Banquet

Coors Light

Other beers

Guinness Draught

Stella Artois Lager

Dos Equis Lager Especial

Natural Light

Michelob Ultra

Busch

Busch Light

Keystone Light

Keystone Premium

Olde English 800

Saint Archer Blonde Ale

Saint Archer Double IPA

Sol

Drinking fewer calories

Summary

How we reviewed this article:

Latest news

Related Coverage

Contact