Beverages, carbonated, club soda
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Club soda is a crisp, effervescent beverage made by infusing still water with carbon dioxide and adding mineral salts like potassium bicarbonate or potassium sulfate for a subtle, slightly salty tang. Its signature fizz provides a lively, tingling mouthfeel that cleanses the palate. Nutritionally, it is a zero-calorie, zero-nutrient drink, offering pure hydration with a spark.
💚 Why it's loved
People love club soda for its refreshing, palate-cleansing fizz that makes it a superior alternative to flat water. Its neutral flavor makes it an indispensable base for cocktails, mocktails, and spritzers, adding texture without altering the core taste of a drink.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The added sodium salts can contribute to daily sodium intake, which may be a concern for those monitoring blood pressure. The carbonation can also cause bloating or discomfort for individuals with sensitive digestion or acid reflux. To manage sodium, check labels for low-sodium versions; for digestive comfort, try sipping slowly or letting the drink go slightly flat before consuming.
Key benefits
- Zero calories, sugar, and carbohydrates
- Provides hydration like still water
- Can aid in feeling full, potentially reducing calorie intake
- The fizz can help settle an upset stomach
- A versatile, non-alcoholic mixer
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'soda' in club soda comes from sodium bicarbonate (baking soda), a common original additive used to mimic the mineral content of natural spa waters.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 99.9 g |
| Energy | 0.00 kcal |
| Energy | 0.00 kj |
| Protein | 0.00 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Ash | 0.10 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0.00 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 5.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.01 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 1.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 0.00 mg |
| Potassium, K | 2.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 21.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.10 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.01 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.00 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.00 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.00 mg |
| Niacin | 0.00 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.00 mg |
| Folate, total | 0.00 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 0.00 ug |
| Choline, total | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.00 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.00 g |
| Threonine | 0.00 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.00 g |
| Leucine | 0.00 g |
| Lysine | 0.00 g |
| Methionine | 0.00 g |
| Cystine | 0.00 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.00 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.00 g |
| Valine | 0.00 g |
| Arginine | 0.00 g |
| Histidine | 0.00 g |
| Alanine | 0.00 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glycine | 0.00 g |
| Proline | 0.00 g |
FAQ
Is club soda the same as seltzer?
Not exactly. Club soda has added mineral salts (like potassium bicarbonate) for flavor, while seltzer is just carbonated water with no additives. The taste difference is subtle but noticeable.
Can club soda help with digestion?
Some people find the carbonation and mineral content can help settle a mild stomach ache or relieve indigestion, but for others, it may worsen bloating. It's a matter of personal tolerance.
Does club soda have any health benefits over plain water?
Hydration-wise, it's equivalent to water. Its main benefit is as a zero-calorie, flavorful alternative that can make staying hydrated more enjoyable and help displace sugary soda consumption.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 10.50 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.