Can You Drink Alcohol on the Keto Diet? We have some thoughts before you pick up that pint. There’s a good chance that you’ve enjoyed a frosty, salty glass of America’s most-popular cocktail once or twice. But you’ve probably never had one quite like this. Canaan Valley Resort, one of the state’s top four-season getaways, puts a West Virginia twist on this modern classic. Made with tequila and Cointreau, of course, the West Virginia Margarita gets its subtle sweetness from local Honey River Goldenrod Honey Mead from Healthberry Farm in Dryfork. The ketogenic diet is a low-carb, moderate-protein and high-fat diet that uses fat, instead of carbohydrates, for energy (the scientific term is ketosis). And it’s strict on the carbs - allowing about 30 grams per day, which is what you'd get in just two slices of white bread. A ketogenic diet is extreme enough that it's not typically recommended as a permanent lifestyle change - it should be a temporary diet that is ideally adopted under the supervision of a nutritionist with specifics goals and an end game.

Given the strictness of the diet, Nuvia Capsules it would be nice to enjoy an adult beverage here and there. So how should you do it? Before pouring yourself a glass, Nuvia Capsules keep in mind that drinking alcohol can potentially slow down the metabolism of fat - the whole point of keto - so keep in mind that moderation and balance are important. So follow these guidelines and drink responsibly! Straight-up alcohol - like spirits - does not have carbohydrates (it does have calories, at 7 calories per gram). Next up is dry white or red wine, which do have carbs (anywhere from 3.5 to 6 grams per 5-ounce glass), so if you've budgeted correctly, then a glass (or two) is fine. Beer is very packed with carbs - a 12-ounce beer can have anywhere from 12 to 15 carbs. Given the breakdown, a measured pour of straight alcohol is your best choice.

Go for carbless alcohol like whiskey or bourbon, gin, Nuvia Capsules rum, scotch, tequila or vodka. Drink them straight up - neat or on ice - or create a faux cocktail by adding a splash club soda or your favorite flavored seltzer and a twist of citrus or some fresh herbs. Craft cocktails can get quite creative, and are usually are mixed with liqueurs, simple syrups and mixes that all have sugar (read: more carbs). If you head to a bar, chat with the bartender and come up with a bespoke keto-friendly cocktail. Garden Gin and Tonic: Muddle fresh tomato chunks, fresh basil and fresh parsley in a cocktail shaker. Add ice and 2 1/2 ounces of your favorite gin. Shake until the shaker is frosted on the outside. Pour into a highball glass. Bourbon and Ginger: Crush a couple slices of fresh ginger in a cocktail glass. Add one big ice cube and pour in 2 ounces of your favorite bourbon.

Cucumber and Nuvia Capsules Lime Vodka: Pour 2 1/2 ounces of your favorite vodka over ice. Top with lime flavored seltzer.