A keto diet consists of eating foods with low carbs. Whether you plan on doing a keto diet for a few weeks, months or permanently, a keto diet is great for losing weight and living a healthy lifestyle. And, what’s better than a diet that still lets you drink your favorite cocktails? Aside from the alcohol, sugar is one of the biggest elements in a cocktail. A keto diet requires a low amount of sugar, meaning that you should limit soda, juice, candy, cake, ice cream, desserts and other foods high in sugar. With drinking cocktails on a keto diet, you can still enjoy some of your favorite flavors, as long as you use sugar-free or lighter alternatives.

The great thing about cocktails is that most forms of alcohol are naturally low-carb. You can use a variety of different types of liquor including brandy, rum, vodka, tequila, gin, whiskey and more. Keep in mind that sugar is made up of carbs, so once you start adding in different syrups and fruit to your drink, it’ll be higher in carbs. Of course, during a keto diet and in general, it’s important to drink in moderation. So, we recommend not adding too much liquor to your cocktails.

Here are five easy keto cocktails to make.

Lemon Drop Martini

Lemon wedge (for garnish)
1 ounce Sugar-free simple syrup
2 ounces of vodka
1 ounce of lemon juice
2 ounces of soda water
Ice

To a shaker, pour in your vodka, lemon juice and simple syrup, then add your ice. Shake for about 20 seconds, then pit in your favorite cocktail glass, Top with soda water and garnish with a lemon wedge and enjoy your keto cocktail.

Bourbon & Water

Bourbon
Ice
Water

If you’ve got a bottle of bourbon in your cabinet, you’re in luck. This simple cocktail only contains three ingredients. To a glass, add your ice. Then, pour your bourbon and water over it and enjoy. To jazz things up a bit, garnish with a cherry and an orange peel. If you don’t like sweet drinks, this keto cocktail is perfect for you.

Skinny Margarita

Tequila
Fresh lime juice
Sugar-free syrup or agave
Lime wedge (for garnish)
Ice

To make this keto cocktail, add your ingredients to a shaker and shake for about 20 to 30 seconds. Pour into your cocktail glass and garnish with a lime wedge.

Vodka Tonic

Vodka
Tonic Water
Lime wedge (for garnish)
Ice

Another keto cocktail for those who don’t want a sugary drink, the vodka tonic is a refreshing cocktail. Gather your ingredients together and pour some ice in a glass. Pour in your vodka and top with tonic water. Garnish with a lime wedge. If you want a bit of flavor, squeeze some lime juice into your glass.

Sparkling Lemonade

Sugar-free lemonade
Vodka or tequila
Sparkling water
Ice

For those who like the sweeter things in life, this sugar-free keto cocktail is the perfect drink. Fill your glass with ice, then add your sugar-free lemonade. Add about an ounce of vodka or tequila, then top with sparkling water.

Moscow Mule Keto Cocktail

Sugar-free ginger ale
Sugar-free simple syrup
Mint leaves
Vodka
Lime juice
Ice

If you love a good Moscow Mule, make the keto version of this cocktail instead. Fill your copper mug with ice, then pour in your ginger ale. Add about half an ounce of simple syrup and an ounce of vodka. Squeeze a little bit of lime juice and stir. Garnish with mint leaves and enjoy. Whether you’re making this keto cocktail for yourself, friends or family, it’s sure to be a hit.