V8 Splash Spritzer
The V8 Splash Spritzer is a refreshing, non-alcoholic beverage made by mixing V8 Splash juice (typically a fruit and vegetable blend) with sparkling water. It's a popular, easy-to-make drink in the United States, often enjoyed as a lighter, fizzier alternative to straight juice or soda.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This drink is generally low in fat and protein but can be moderate in carbohydrates, primarily from natural and added sugars in the juice concentrate. A standard serving provides vitamins like Vitamin C and Vitamin A, with a calorie range roughly between 50-80 calories per 8-ounce serving, depending on the specific juice used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 50 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 10 g |
| Sodium | 65 mg |
| Vitamin C | 30 mg |
| Vitamin A | 200 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 1.5 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Folate | 60 mcg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents a common American trend of 'hacking' or diluting packaged beverages to create a more personalized, often perceived as healthier, drink. Nutritionally, it's an interesting way to increase hydration and add a small serving of vegetable juice to one's diet, though the sparkling water significantly reduces the overall sugar content compared to drinking the juice alone.
