How to Make Your Own Vodka Seltzer Drink

Seltzers are the drink of choice for many people — and they’re only getting more and more popular. But they don’t just come in a can. You can actually make light and refreshing-tasting vodka seltzers easily at home.

What Is a Vodka Seltzer?

Although there may be some varying definitions, what makes a drink truly a vodka seltzer is alcohol, carbonated water and typically fruit flavoring. A vodka seltzer incorporates vodka as the spirit of choice and makes for a great gluten-free cocktail. So a basic recipe for a vodka seltzer is:

1. GREY GOOSE® Vodka
2. Flavored or unflavored soda or seltzer water
3. Fruit juice or fruit garnish

Vodka seltzers are versatile and can be made to match your taste preferences. How much alcohol is in a vodka seltzer and the flavors you incorporate are largely up to you.

Is Hard Seltzer Just Vodka Soda?

While a vodka seltzer is similar to a vodka soda, the difference is that a seltzer typically contains additional flavors, whether that’s a splash of juice or a wedge of lime. It’s also important to note that many of the hard seltzers that come in cans contain no vodka at all. Instead, they’re made with fermented malt or cane sugar. We prefer to have our seltzers handcrafted with vodka that contains only two ingredients — the finest French wheat and water.

Why Choose Vodka Seltzers?

Not only are vodka seltzers delicious, but they also offer several advantages over other alcoholic drinks. First, they often have a low calorie content when compared to many other drinks. They can contain just the 98 Calories in our vodka*, plus whatever flavoring you may add, since soda water contains 0 Calories.

Second, vodka seltzers are a versatile choice that can be enjoyed during many different occasions. Whether you’re at brunch, on vacation at the lake house or spending happy hour with friends, these refreshing tasting drinks work especially well for daytime gatherings.

Third, they’re very simple to make. By definition, they only contain three or even two ingredients, so you’ll often have what you need on hand and can put them together in no time.

And finally, vodka seltzers can be a low ABV option, especially since making your own means you control the pour. Simply add more seltzer and less vodka for a less alcoholic drink.

Grey Goose Essences Were Made for This

Grey Goose Essences are perfect for vodka seltzers. Infused with real fruit and botanical essences, these distilled spirit specialties bring sophisticated taste to your carbonated water, all with no carbs and no sugar**. With three enticing flavors — Strawberry & Lemongrass, Watermelon & Basil and White Peach & Rosemary — you’ll want to try them all.

Grey Goose Flavored Vodkas = Flavorful Seltzers

You can also explore our flavored product line for more intense natural flavors. Our three flavored vodkas — Grey Goose La Poire, Grey Goose L’Orange and Grey Goose Le Citron — reflect the taste and freshness from the regions where those flavors naturally shine. Just mix with soda water for a naturally bold taste experience.

Grey Goose Approved Homemade Hard Seltzer Recipes

Bartending at home means you can make drinks exactly to your taste. It’s easy to make your own orange seltzers, lime seltzers, peach seltzers...basically any flavor you can dream up. Experiment with some of our different vodka seltzer recipes and find your favorite flavor. Enjoy!

• Vodka Soda with Lime
• Fresh Cut
• White Peach Rosemary & Soda
• La Poire & Soda

*GREY GOOSE® Vodka average analysis per 1.5 fluid ounces: 98 CALORIES, 0 CARBS, and 0 SUGAR, 0g PROTEIN, 0g FAT.
**GREY GOOSE® Essences average analysis per 1.5 fluid ounces: 73 CALORIES, 0 CARBS, and 0 SUGAR, 0g PROTEIN, 0g FAT.