There’s more choice than ever when it comes to brands of sparkling water and seltzer. But what’s the difference? Here, we dive into each and determine the main difference between the two.
What Is Seltzer?
Seltzer is plain water that’s carbonated with carbon dioxide. As a result, seltzer is just as hydrating as regular water. Seltzer can be sold without flavouring, but its neutral profile lends itself to a variety of flavours. While flavoured seltzer doesn’t have calories or artificial sweeteners, experts say that it shouldn’t serve as an exact substitute for regular water (it's slightly acidic, so huge amounts of it can actually affect your teeth!)
What Is Sparkling Water?
Sparkling water is naturally carbonated water that comes directly from sources such as an underground spring or well. Sparkling water can also contain different minerals, such as sodium, magnesium or calcium, depending on the source.
Seltzer vs Sparkling Water: What’s the Difference?
The main difference between seltzer and sparkling water is that sparkling water is naturally carbonated water whereas seltzer is water that is artificially carbonated with carbon dioxide.
