What is Bud Light Seltzer?
Varieties of Bud Light Seltzer, from parent company Anheuser-Busch, are flavor-forward varieties of carbonated seltzer water adult beverages with 5% ALC/VOL*. The company has put a lot of effort into producing various fun flavor combinations as well as seasonal promotions.
Widely available varieties include: Bud Light Seltzers, Bud Light Seltzer Lemonades, Bud Light Platinum Seltzers, Bud Light Seltzer Iced Teas and Bud Light Seltzer Out of Office variety pack.
Bud Light Seltzer varieties* feature natural fruit flavors, low carbs, low sugar and only 100 calories per serving. Ingredients include carbonated water, alcohol from sugar, natural flavors, Cane Sugar, Citric Acid, Malted Rice and a pinch of sodium citrate to make flavors pop.
*Bud Light Platinum Seltzer has 3 g of sugar, 8% ABV, 170 calories
Where Can I Buy Bud Light Seltzer?
These spiked seltzers are sold in multiple ways including variety 12-packs, distributed across North America (and beyond). Bud Light Seltzer can be found at most major supermarkets, convenience stores and big box retailers.
You can also find Bud Light Seltzer at bars, restaurants, airlines, sporting events and other fine establishments where libations are served.
Depending on the laws in your state, delivery options for Bud Light Seltzer may be available using an alcohol drop-off service such as Drizly.
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What Ingredients are in Bud Light Seltzer?
All Bud Light Seltzer varieties* we’ve reviewed include carbonated water, alcohol from sugar, natural flavors, cane sugar, citric acid, malted rice and a pinch of sodium citrate to make flavors pop.
Lemon Lime Ingredients: Water, Cold, Fermented Cane Sugar, Natural Flavors, Cane Sugar, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Malted Rice.
Mango Ingredients: Water, Cold, Fermented Cane Sugar, Natural Flavors, Cane Sugar, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Malted Rice.
Strawberry Ingredients: Water, Cold, Fermented Cane Sugar, Natural Flavors, Cane Sugar, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Malted Rice.
Black Cherry Ingredients: Water, Cold, Fermented Cane Sugar, Natural Flavors, Cane Sugar, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Malted Rice.
The alcohol is created from fermented cane sugar, also known as cold-brewed sugar. For unbiased, in-depth ratings and reviews of Bud Light Seltzer, always start with Seltzer Nation.
*Bud Light Platinum Seltzer has 3 g of sugar, 8% ABV, 170 calories
How Many Carbs are in Bud Light Seltzer?
Bud Light Seltzer varieties* have 2 g of carbs per serving.
Bud Light Seltzer varieties* are fermented sugar alcohol drinks with a 5% ABV, 100 calories, and less than 1 g of sugar.
*Bud Light Platinum Seltzer has 3 g of sugar, 8% ABV, 170 calories
How Much Alcohol is in Bud Light Seltzer?
Most Bud Light Seltzer flavors have an alcohol content of 5% ABV (alcohol by volume). Bud Light Platinum Seltzers has an alcohol content of 8% ABV.
What alcohol is in Bud Light Seltzer?
The alcohol is fermented cane sugar, also known as cold-brewed sugar, resulting in zero carbs or sugars once processed.
Known as “sugar-brews” in the beverage industry, this type of alcohol base is produced by fermenting sugar from cane, beet or corn crops. Sugar-brew alcohol is often compared to “malt base alcohol,” which is a complex fermentation process of barley or grain that has been steeped, germinated and dried.
Why use sugar-brew alcohol bases?
Fermented sugar bases are a perfect fit for refreshing Bud Light Seltzers unlike malt sugars which are used for beers. This is true for several key reasons.
- Gluten Free – Naturally! Sugar-brew alcohol bases (“sugar brews”) are made without grain (except for corn, which is gluten free). They are made from sugar cane, beets or corn which leave no sugar behind after processing. So, Bud Light Seltzers are labeled as “Naturally Gluten Free.”
- Low in Calories! Dextrose, or corn sugar, and fructose, sugar from fruit, are both 100% fermentable by yeast. So, the only calories left over are those from alcohol, not sugar. Other sugar bases made from malt, on the other hand, can only be partially fermented by yeast, producing more calories than sugar based alcohol drinks because they are left over after fermentation.
- No color added! Sugar, unlike the earthy tones of malt which affects appearance, is completely colorless no matter if the alcohol bases are made from sugar cane, corn or beets. This makes sugar brews a perfect canvas for formulation of flavors and colors. Bud Light Seltzer capitalizes on this with every variety they make, creating bright, fun flavors that fizz in your face with refreshing your tastes. And you’d think Light and bright is for warm times only, but you’d be wrong! Bud Light Seltzer has capitalized on the seasonal flavors of winter too with profiles like Peppermint Pattie and Ginger Snap.
- Neutral Flavors! One of the most important reasons Bud Light Seltzer uses sugar bases is flavor. Fermented sugars which are low-calorie and gluten-free tend to be neutral in flavor when compared to malt-base alcohols. During the boiling process necessary to produce malt base, its flavors are leeched into the sugar base affecting the overall taste. Malt bases are usually used in beer as its flavor blends well with those of hops and barley, the other main ingredients. However, malt does not mix well with sweeter flavor profiles because of its contrasting flavor.
- Cost Effective! Sugar-brews cost about the same as malt base, making them all among the least expensive of traditional alcohol bases. Since fermented sugars can be made from a variety of sources, seasonal fluctuations in crop production has little impact. Sugar sources are grown worldwide too, keeping the prices low and production uninterrupted. And there are other advantages such as federal taxes, which classify sugar-based alcohol drinks as beer, the same as malt based beverages. However, it should be noted that the classification of sugar-brews varies from state to state, so there are some places where alcohol is more expensive due to regional taxes and regulations.
What Flavors are Bud Light Seltzers?
Our Bud Light seltzer reviews cover a ton of different flavors. For example, the Classic Pack flavors include Lemon Lime, Mango, Strawberry and Black Cherry. Bud Light Seltzer Variety Pack Remix Edition flavors include NEW Pineapple, Cranberry and Grapefruit as well as classic Strawberry.
Bud Light Seltzer Lemonades include Original Lemonade, Strawberry Lemonade, Black Cherry Lemonade and Peach Lemonade, a tasty southern classic ready to be shared with coolers all over the country.
Bud Light Seltzer Iced Tea is Raspberry flavored.
The Bud Light Seltzer Out of Office variety 12-Pack includes the light bubbliness of seltzer with the taste of classic vacation drinks with flavors like Classic Lime Margarita, Watermelon Mojito, Strawberry Daquiri, and Mango Mai Tai!
Bud Light Platinum Seltzers flavors include Citrus, Blood Orange and Wild Berry.
Is Bud Light Seltzer Gluten-Free?
That’s affirmative good buddy, a big, resounding, all-caps “YES!”
Gluten free, zero carbs, low calories, natural flavors and zero sugar, collectively set highly-rated Bud Light Seltzer apart in the crowded field of adult beverages. These popular drinks are an alternative to the most popular seltzers on the market: White Claw, Truly and Corona Hard Seltzer.
Bud Light Seltzer alcoholic beverages are also safe for people with Celiac Disease and/or gluten allergies.
Is Bud Light Seltzer good for you?
While the detrimental health impacts of heavy alcohol intakes are well known, there is growing evidence that suggests between one and five drinks per week has a slightly lower mortality rate in older adults.
The negative aspects of alcohol have more to do with consumption habits than the actual product.
Bud Light Seltzer has 5% alcohol by volume, less than most light beers. This hard seltzer line has fewer calories than the standard light beer too at 100. This line of spiked waters also has zero carbs, zero sugars and uses natural flavors.
So, while we cannot say Bud Light Seltzer is good for you, the stats alone suggest it’s nutritional value is better than much of the competition’s. It’s even gluten free when drunk in moderation!
Is there vodka in Bud Light Seltzer?
No, there is no vodka in Bud Light Seltzers. This line of spiked water uses fermented cane sugar as its alcohol base. Also known as cold-brewed sugar, this alcohol has zero carbs and sugars and only 100 calories*.
Known as “sugar-brews” in the beverage industry, this type of alcohol base is produced by fermenting sugar from cane, beet or corn crops. Sugar-brew alcohol is often compared to “malt base alcohol,” which is a complex fermentation process of barley or grain that has been steeped, germinated and dried.
