
A Sparkling Water Spritzer is a light, refreshing beverage made by combining plain or flavored sparkling water with a splash of fruit juice, syrup, or herbal infusion. It is a popular, non-alcoholic drink enjoyed worldwide, often customized with seasonal fruits like citrus, berries, or cucumber for added flavor.
This drink is typically very low in calories, fat, and protein, with most of its carbohydrate content coming from small amounts of added juice or sweeteners. It provides hydration and may offer trace vitamins or antioxidants if made with real fruit, but its primary nutritional benefit is as a low-sugar alternative to sodas.
| Calories | 5 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbs | 1.2 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Calcium | 20 mg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Potassium | 15 mg |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Bicarbonate | 200 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
The spritzer has roots in European café culture, particularly in Italy and France, where it evolved from mixing wine with water to include non-alcoholic versions. Nutritionally, it's celebrated for encouraging water intake by making hydration more appealing, helping people reduce consumption of sugary drinks.
Mixed into sparkling water for a spritzer
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