Monday, November 17, 2008

Trim On Tap

The best way to catch a buzz without the belly





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AMSTEL LIGHT 95 cals/5 g carbs

BEST PART This Amsterdam native has won American hearts--it's one of the top imported beers in the U.S.

TESTER SAYS "Thicker, smoother, and not as wimpy as most light beers, but a little tangy."

VERDICT Our go-to -option at upscale bars.




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BECK'S PREMIER LIGHT 64 cals/3.9 g carbs

BEST PART This German ale has the fewest calories of any we tested.

TESTERS SAY Mixed reviews, from "One of the tastier of the bunch" to "It tastes like it came straight out of a fraternity keg."

VERDICT Have an Amstel Light and burn off the extra calories dancing.



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BUDWEISER SELECT 99 cals/3.1 g carbs

BEST PART It has half the carbs of party favorite Bud Light.

TESTER SAYS "Well--balanced flavor, but a little watered down."

VERDICT If you're already a Bud girl, you'll enjoy this lighter version.






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COORS LIGHT 102 cals/5 g carbs

BEST PART Because Coors Brewing Company sits at the base of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado, some of the freshest waters are used in its brews.

TESTER SAYS "Tastes like flat Bud Light."

VERDICT It isn't worth a swig. There are better beers that are lower in calories and carbs.





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CORONA LIGHT 99 cals/5 g carbs

BEST PART Often served with a lime wedge, this Mexico-brewed cerveza is light and golden, like a morning in Tulum.

TESTER SAYS "Not bad for a light beer, but very carbonated, with a persistent aftertaste."

VERDICT Gets better after the third round.





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HEINEKEN PREMIUM LIGHT 99 cals/6.8 g carbs

BEST PART The clear label is pretty slick.

TESTERS SAY Mixed reviews, from "Tastes like watered-down ginger ale" to "This is my favorite brew so far."

VERDICT For us, the bottle stood out more than the flavor.





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MILLER CHILL 110 cals/6.5 g carbs

BEST PART It's inspired by the chelada, a south-of-the-border beer cocktail made with a splash of fresh lime and rimmed with salt.

TESTER SAYS "A happy, zippy, beach beer--citrusy and refreshing."

VERDICT The perfect brew for boozing it up at the beach.







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MILLER LITE 96 cals/3.2 g carbs

BEST PART The first mainstream light beer.

TESTER SAYS "Nasty."

VERDICT Avoid at all costs.







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O'DOULS 65 CALS/13.3 G CARBS

BEST PART No hangover (it's alcohol-free).

TESTER SAYS "Are you sure this is beer?"

VERDICT Fit for Grandma.





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SAM ADAMS LIGHT 119 cals/9.6 g carbs

BEST PART Crisp, with a hint of orange.

TESTER SAYS "Hearty, but a little bitter."

VERDICT On the high side for calories and carbs, but worth it.

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