Tequila soda is a drink made with tequila and sparkling water. It can be mixed to order or sold as a canned ready-to-drink beverage. Beach House is the canned version, made with real tequila, Canadian glacier water, citrus and a touch of salt.
The base spirit matters
The simplest way to understand a canned drink is to start with its alcohol base. In a tequila soda, tequila provides the spirit character. That separates it from many hard seltzers, where alcohol is commonly created by fermenting sugar or malt.
Category labels are not always used consistently, so the can and the producer’s official product information remain the best sources. Look for a direct statement that the drink is made with real tequila.
What is usually added?
Sparkling water gives the drink its lift. Citrus commonly brings acidity and aroma. Some recipes include sweetener, salt or natural flavour to shape the finish. The amount of sugar and calories can vary significantly, so compare exact product facts rather than assuming every tequila soda is the same.
Beach House pairs real tequila with bright citrus and a subtle touch of salt. Salted Lime contains 100 calories and 1 gram of sugar; Salted Grapefruit contains 105 calories and 2 grams of sugar. Both are 355 ml, 5% alc./vol. and gluten-free.
How should tequila soda be served?
Serve it cold. A chilled can is the easiest option, while a glass with ice gives more room for aroma and garnish. Lime works naturally with citrus-led flavours, but no garnish is required.