Anheuser-Busch beer nutrition varies; a 12-oz serving ranges from about 55–150 calories, 0–11 g carbs, and 0.0–5% ABV by brand.
Lowest Calories
Light Lager
Classic Lager
Lean & Easy
- Michelob ULTRA (95/2.6 g)
- Bud Light NEXT (80/0 g)
- Select 55 (55 kcal)
Calorie Saver
Everyday Lagers
- Bud Light 4.2% ABV
- Busch Light ~4.1% ABV
- Steady carb lines
Balanced Pick
Zero Alcohol
- Budweiser Zero (50 kcal)
- Stella 0.0 (60 kcal/11.2 oz)
- Flavor without ABV
No-ABV Option
Why Nutrition Numbers Vary Across The Portfolio
Calories and carbs swing because alcohol supplies seven calories per gram and residual sugars add more. A light lager trims both, while a classic lager brings a fuller body and a bit more energy. Bottle size matters too: many imports list 11.2-ounce values that don’t match a 12-ounce can.
ABV points push totals up or down. A half-step in ABV can nudge calories by a dozen or more in the same serving size. That’s why brand pages list slightly different figures from generic databases.
Core Brand Snapshot (12 Oz)
This table compares popular labels by calories and carbs. Values come from brand pages and trusted nutrition databases and are rounded for scan-readers.
| Brand | Calories | Carbs (g) |
|---|---|---|
| Bud Light | 110 | 6.6 |
| Michelob ULTRA | 95 | 2.6 |
| Busch Light | ~95 | ~3.2 |
| Budweiser | ~145 | ~10.6 |
| Stella Artois* | ~151** | ~11.5** |
| Select 55 | 55 | ~1.9 |
| Bud Light NEXT | 80 | 0 |
| Budweiser Zero | 50 | 0 sugar |
*Stella values shown as 12-oz equivalents from an 11.2-oz label. **Converted from the 11.2-oz panel that shows 141 kcal and 10.9 g carbs.
Taking Stock Of Label Sources
Brand pages are the cleanest source for calories, carbs, and ABV. You can skim Bud Light’s nutrition line for 110 calories, 6.6 grams of carbs, and 4.2% ABV, straight from the product page. Independently maintained databases like MyFoodData mirror similar numbers for flagship lagers and help when a brand page doesn’t publish a full panel.
ABV, Calories, And Carbs Move Together
Because ethanol carries about 100 calories per standard drink, small ABV shifts change the energy number even when carbs stay level. That’s why a 5% lager lands around the mid-140s per 12 ounces, while a 4.2% light lager comes in near 110.
Light Lager Vs. Classic Lager: Picking What Fits
Light labels trade a little body for fewer carbs and lower ABV. Fans who want a crisper pour tend to lean there. Classic lager drinkers accept a bit more malt sweetness for flavor and mouthfeel. If you’re counting, the math favors Michelob ULTRA at 95 calories and 2.6 g of carbs, while a standard Budweiser sits around 145 and about 10.6 g.
Zero-Alcohol Options
Cutting alcohol trims calories fast. Budweiser Zero lists 50 calories per 12 ounces with zero sugar. Stella 0.0 publishes 60 calories per 11.2 ounces. These picks fit nights when ABV isn’t on the menu.
Standard Drink Basics (Why Size And ABV Matter)
A 12-ounce beer at 5% ABV counts as one standard drink in U.S. guidance, which helps compare labels and set limits. Because serving sizes and ABV vary, two cans with different strengths won’t hit the same intake. That’s also why an import bottle at 11.2 ounces can’t be compared straight across to a 12-ounce domestic can without a quick conversion.
You can read the CDC’s page on standard drink sizes for a simple reference that anchors ABV and ounces to one drink.
How To Read A Beer Panel
Serving Size Line
Check whether the panel lists 12 ounces, 11.2 ounces, or a metric value. If it’s metric, multiply by 3.38 to ballpark fluid ounces.
ABV Line
ABV signals energy. A bump from 4% to 5% raises calories even if carbs don’t change much.
Carbohydrates And Sugar
Classic lagers show more carbs than light labels, and many list zero sugar after fermentation. Flavored variants—lime, peach, hard soda—can raise carbs depending on recipe.
Choosing A Fit For Your Goals
Cutting Calories
Pick Michelob ULTRA or Select 55. Bud Light NEXT adds a zero-carb angle at 80 calories.
Lower Carbs
Michelob ULTRA sits at 2.6 grams per 12 ounces. Select 55 and Bud Light NEXT also keep totals low.
Flavor First
Classic lager fans can keep Budweiser or Stella on hand and simply plan around the mid-140s per 12 ounces.
Popular Labels At A Glance
The quick hits below wrap up the key numbers many shoppers ask for.
| Label | ABV | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bud Light | 4.2% | 110 kcal • 6.6 g carbs |
| Michelob ULTRA | 4.2% | 95 kcal • 2.6 g carbs |
| Busch Light | ~4.1% | ~95 kcal • ~3.2 g carbs |
| Budweiser | 5.0% | ~145 kcal • ~10.6 g carbs |
| Stella Artois | 5.0% (11.2 oz) | 141 kcal • 10.9 g carbs |
| Select 55 | 2.4% | 55 kcal • ~1.9 g carbs |
| Bud Light NEXT | 4.0% | 80 kcal • 0 g carbs |
| Budweiser Zero | 0.0% | 50 kcal • 0 g sugar |
When Numbers Don’t Match
Packaging changes, reformulations, and local labels can shift panels. U.S. bottles and cans often carry slightly different figures than international ones. If a number on a third-party site looks off, check the current brand page for the final word.
Smart Ways To Track Intake
Pick a “house pour” and learn its numbers. Rotate in low-calorie labels for weeknights and keep fuller lagers for occasions. If you count carbs, favor labels with clear carb lines on their pages.
Anheuser-Busch Beer Nutrition Numbers, Explained
Beer labels from the same parent company won’t read alike. Light labels pull ABV and carbs down, flavored spin-offs raise carbs, and non-alcohol picks keep calories low by skipping ethanol. The lineup makes it easy to match a taste target with a number target.
Method Notes
All values above trace to brand pages or respected databases. Where a site lists only metric sizes, the energy and carb figures are scaled to a 12-ounce reference for easy comparison. For Stella Artois, the official page lists 141 calories and 10.9 g carbs per 11.2 ounces; the tables show even 12-ounce estimates so readers can compare apples to apples.
Helpful References On Serving Sizes
Public health pages give a clean baseline for one drink and why ABV matters. The CDC page linked above connects ounces and strength to a single serving. That frame explains why two 12-ounce cans at different strengths don’t equal the same intake.
Bottom Line Guide
If you want fewer calories, stick with Michelob ULTRA, Select 55, or Bud Light NEXT. If you want classic flavor, plan for the mid-140s in a 12-ounce pour. Zero-alcohol picks land near 50–60 calories and cut ABV to nil. Pick the flavor you enjoy and match it to the number that fits your day.