Seltzer is just carbonated water. That’s it. No sugar, no flavor, no secret ingredients. It’s basically tap water that got a personality makeover. You add bubbles, and suddenly plain water feels like a party trick.
Think of seltzer as the lazy friend. It shows up, fizzes a bit, and lets you do all the work. Mix in lemon, lime, or a splash of juice. Seltzer never judges your choices.
Fun fact: seltzer got its name from the German town Niederselters. Back in the day, people thought natural mineral water from there had magical healing powers. Spoiler: it didn’t. But the name stuck, and now we drink it by the gallon.
Seltzer is actually drier than other bubbly waters. That’s why it’s perfect for mocktails. No sweetness, just crisp, clean fizz. It’s the blank canvas of the drink world.
