Press Seltzer Variety #2 12Pk

Press Seltzer Variety #2 12Pk is a 12-pack of fruit-and-botanical hard seltzers brewed at 4% ABV using a malt base and real ingredients. Voted "Best in Taste" at ten consecutive Seltzerland hard seltzer festivals, this variety pack showcases the more adventurous side of the Press lineup with sophisticated flavor combinations that pair fruit with spices and botanicals.

Quick Facts: ABV: 4%  |  Origin: Western Wisconsin, USA  |  Style: Hard Seltzer  |  Brand: Press Premium Alcohol Seltzer

Production & Heritage

Press is a woman-founded hard seltzer brand produced in western Wisconsin. The liquid starts with a malt base and undergoes a multi-stage carbon filtration process that reduces gluten content to below 5 parts per million. Rather than relying on artificial flavoring, Press uses only real fruits, spices, and botanicals to build its flavor profiles. The brand deliberately brews at a lower 4% ABV, a decision intended to let the nuanced fruit-and-botanical pairings come through more clearly rather than being masked by alcohol heat.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Opening with bright fruit notes that vary across the four styles, each can carries a distinct botanical or spice undertone. The aromatics are clean and inviting without any cloying sweetness.

Taste: The entry is crisp and light, with natural fruit flavors arriving immediately on the palate. Mid-palate, the botanical and spice elements layer in, adding complexity uncommon in the hard seltzer category. Carbonation is measured — present enough to refresh without overwhelming the flavor.

Finish: Each sip wraps up dry and clean, with lingering traces of the botanical pairing rather than residual sugar. The finish is quick, encouraging another sip.

How to Drink Press Variety #2

Serve chilled, straight from the can or poured over ice. The lower ABV and balanced carbonation make these seltzers highly sessionable on their own. For cocktail exploration, try a Seltzer Spritz by adding a splash of Aperol to the grapefruit-forward flavor for a low-proof warm-weather drink. A Botanical Mule works well by combining a ginger-spiced flavor with fresh lime and a dash of bitters over crushed ice. The berry-forward options shine in a Seltzer Sangria — pour into a pitcher with sliced seasonal fruit and a measure of dry rosé for easy entertaining.

Best For

• Hosting backyard gatherings where guests prefer lighter, lower-ABV drinks
• Introducing adventurous flavor pairings to friends who find mainstream seltzers one-dimensional
• Stocking a cooler for beach or boat days with a crowd-pleasing variety
• Gifting to a craft-beverage enthusiast who values real-ingredient transparency

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Press Variety #2 taste like? The pack delivers clean, crisp fruit flavors layered with spice and botanical accents, finishing dry rather than sweet. Reviewers consistently describe the flavors as sophisticated and full-bodied compared to typical hard seltzers, noting they never taste watered down.

How does Press Variety #2 compare to White Claw? Press brews at 4% ABV versus White Claw's standard 5%, resulting in a lighter body that lets the fruit-botanical pairings stand out more distinctly. Press also differentiates itself by using real fruits and spices rather than simpler single-fruit flavoring, which produces more layered, complex flavor profiles.

Is Press Variety #2 good for sipping on its own? Yes — the balanced carbonation and natural ingredient approach make each flavor enjoyable straight from the can without needing a mixer. The 4% ABV keeps things sessionable for extended social occasions.

Where is Press Variety #2 made? Press hard seltzers are produced in western Wisconsin. The brand was founded as a woman-owned company and has been recognized by Martha Stewart Living among its favorite woman-owned food and beverage brands.

What foods pair well with Press Variety #2? Light seafood dishes like shrimp ceviche complement the citrus-forward flavors. Charcuterie boards with mild cheeses and dried fruit echo the botanical complexity. Fresh summer salads with berry vinaigrettes mirror the fruit notes. Spiced grilled chicken works with the ginger and cardamom-style pairings. Lemon tarts or fruit sorbets close out a meal without clashing with the seltzer's dry finish.

What sizes does Press Variety #2 come in? This expression is available as a 12-pack of slim cans, the standard format for the Press variety pack lineup.

Is Press Variety #2 worth the price? Priced in line with premium hard seltzers like White Claw and Truly, Press Variety #2 positions as a step up in flavor complexity within the same value tier. The use of real fruits and spices, combined with consistent "Best in Taste" festival wins, supports the pricing for drinkers seeking more dimension from their seltzer.

Why Press Variety #2?

Winning "Best in Taste" by consumer vote at ten consecutive Seltzerland festivals is a distinction no other hard seltzer brand has matched, and it speaks directly to what's in the can. Press achieves that by building each flavor around real fruit-and-botanical pairings rather than single-note artificial flavoring, then brewing at a restrained 4% ABV so those ingredients actually register on the palate. The multi-stage carbon filtration process brings the gluten content below 5 ppm, broadening accessibility. For drinkers who find mainstream seltzers interchangeable, this pack makes a compelling case that the category has a higher ceiling.