# 99-Calorie Lagers Ghost Train Brewing Company Launched a 4% ABV 'Light Lager' By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-05-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/low-calorie-beer References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ghost-train-brewing-company-releases-99-calorie-light-lager-300655088.html) & [ghosttrainbrewing](http://www.ghosttrainbrewing.com/) [Ghost Train Brewing Company](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-hard-seltzer) recently launched a low-calorie beer by the name of 'Light Lager,' which is packed with full-bodied flavor. The less-filling lager comes in at just 99 calories, 4% ABV and five carbs, making it a light new option for the summer. The Light Lager from Ghost Train Brewing Company is being sold in six-packs through various retailers, but it is also available through select restaurants and bars in the Alabama area. The can boasts a refreshing white design, as well as an image of an illuminated lantern as a clever play on the name of the new [low-calorie lager](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pabst-light). Bartenders, mixologists and brands are creating [low-alcohol drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chilly-ones-beer) that simultaneously satisfy a consumer's desire to indulge responsibly and partake in well-balanced, healthy living. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Low-calorie Beers:** Opportunity to develop more low-calorie beer options that are full-bodied and flavorful. - **Light Lager:** Creating light lagers with lower calorie counts and ABV percentages. - **Healthy Living:** Meeting consumer demand for well-balanced, low-alcohol beverages that support healthy lifestyles. ### Who This Affects Most - **Craft Brewing:** Craft breweries can explore new recipes and brewing techniques to produce low-calorie beers. - **Beverage Retail:** Opportunities for retailers to offer a wider selection of low-calorie beers, including light lagers. - **Hospitality:** Restaurants and bars can serve low-alcohol options to cater to health-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flagship Light Lagers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-lagers.md) - [Health-Conscious Light Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthconscious-beer.md) - [Light Non-Alcoholic Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athletic-lite.md) - [Lightweight Hazy IPAs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightweight-hazy-ipa.md) - [Mexican-Style Light Lagers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lowcalorie-beers.md) - [Low-Calorie Hazy Pale Ales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hazy-pale-ale.md) - [Crisp Low-Calorie Lagers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hero95.md) - [Low-Calorie Fruit-Forward Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/labatt-blue-light-nonalcohol-strawberry-acai.md) - [Clean Low-Carb Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lean-brew.md)