Are Desperados High In Syns On Slimming World? How Many Can I Have?

One of the unique parts about the slimming world plan is the freedom it gives you to indulge in treats like alcohol while losing weight as long as you're counting the syns in your drinks, but what about desperados, are they high in syns?

Desperados have around 7 syns for a 250ml bottle, making them high in syns, you could have up to two bottles before using all of your 15 syn daily allowance on the plan.

Down below in our syn guide, we will take you through why Desperados are so high in syns, their syn values of them and some low syn alternatives for having on the plan.

Why Are Desperados So High In Syns?

At 7 syns for one 250ml desperado, these alcoholic drinks are very high in syns, consuming half of your 15 syn daily allowance, meaning you can have up to two bottles before using all your 15 syn daily allowance.

Desperados get their high syn content from the sugar in them, having 5g-6g of sugar in just one bottle, the tequila in the drink also adds extra syns.

Syn Values Of Desperados

Desperados can have varying syn values according to the size of the drink you choose, we've listed their syn values below to help you keep on track with syns.

• Desperados Tequila Lager Beer 650ml Bottle - 19 syns.
•  Desperados Tequila Lager Beer 330ml Bottle - 9 syns.
•  Desperados Tequila Lager Beer 4 x 500ml Cans - 15 syns.
•  Desperados Virgin Citrus & Lemon Zest Beer 0% 500ml - 7.5 syns.
•  Desperados, Draught - 8.5 syns.
•  Desperados Verde Lime Mint Tequila Beer 3 x 330ml - 8 syns.
•  Desperados Red Tequila Flavoured Beer 3 x 330ml - 10.5 syns.

Low Syn Alternatives To Desperados

If you find Desperados to be too high in syns, there are lots of other low-syn beers and tequila beers to check out for when you feel like a treat.

• Aldi El Bandido Tequila Beer 5.9% 3 x 330ml - 8.5 syns.
•  Budweiser 330ml - 7.5 syns.
•  Amigos Tequila Flavoured Beer 4.6% 500cl - 3 syns for 100ml.
•  Corona 330ml – 7 syns.
•  Bandidos Tequila Flavoured Beer 330ml - 2.5 syns for 50ml.
•  Fosters 550ml - 7.5 syns.
•  Guinness Original 440ml - 8 syns.
•  San Miguel 330ml - 8 syns.
•  Hens tooth 500ml - 14.5 syns.
•  Greene King IPA 500ml - 8.5 syns.
•  Carling - 8 syns for a pint.
•  Old speckled hen 500ml - 11.5 syns.
•  Stella Artois 440ml - 9 syns.
•  Corona Light 330ml – 4 syns.
•  Peroni 330ml – 6 syns.
•  Budweiser Light - 5 syns.

Final Words

To conclude, Desperado's are very high in syns, this is because of the sugar content, allowing you to have up to two bottles before using all of your 15 syn daily allowance. We suggest alternating beers with water to help slow down your consumption and stay on track with your syns.

If you are looking for some low-syn alternatives we recommend checking out other beers like Carlsberg here.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are syn values calculated?

Syn values are calculated using a formula based on calories, saturated fat and sugar content per serving. They’re not the same as calories — a product can be low in calories but higher in syns if it’s high in sugar or fat. Always check the official Slimming World app for the most accurate and up-to-date syn values.

Do syn values change?

Yes. When manufacturers reformulate their products, the syn value can go up or down. This is why we recommend double-checking with the Slimming World app or your consultant, especially if a product’s packaging has changed recently.

How many syns should I have per day?

Most Slimming World members work with 5 to 15 syns per day. Your consultant will advise on the right amount for you. The key is to use your syns on the things you enjoy most — whether that’s a chocolate bar, a glass of wine, or a packet of crisps.