Surfside Lemonade Vodka 4Pk

Surfside Lemonade Vodka 4Pk is a non-carbonated ready-to-drink vodka lemonade made with 100% fresh lemonade and corn-based vodka at 4.5% ABV. The base spirit — Stateside Vodka — earned a Double Gold Medal at the 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, and Surfside itself has climbed to the second best-selling spirits-based RTD brand in the United States, trailing only High Noon according to Impact Databank.

Quick Facts: ABV: 4.5%  |  Origin: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania  |  Style: Still (Non-Carbonated) Vodka Lemonade  |  Brand Owner: Stateside Brands

Production & Heritage

Surfside is produced at Stateside Distillery in the Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia, founded by the Quigley brothers as a craft vodka operation. The base vodka is distilled seven times from 100% U.S.-grown corn in a custom copper pot still, then finished through a proprietary multi-step process involving carbon, oxygen, and ultra-cold filtration to achieve a notably clean spirit. That finished vodka is blended with 100% fresh lemonade — no concentrate — and left entirely still. The absence of carbonation is the brand's defining production choice, replicating the experience of a freshly made spiked lemonade rather than a hard seltzer. The final product is certified gluten free and OU Kosher.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Bright, natural lemon zest leads immediately, followed by a clean, almost neutral sweetness. There is no discernible alcohol presence on the nose, keeping the impression light and summery.

Taste: The palate opens with a refreshing burst of citrus that reads as genuine lemon rather than artificial flavoring. Mid-palate, a balanced tartness emerges, countered by just enough sweetness to round the edges without tipping into cloying territory. The vodka base is virtually undetectable — fully integrated into the lemonade flavor rather than sitting alongside it. At 100 calories with only 2 grams of sugar and 3 grams of carbohydrates per can, the drink stays lean.

Finish: Short and clean, with lingering tart lemon and a dry, thirst-quenching close. The still texture leaves no carbonated bloat, just a crisp exit.

How to Drink Surfside Lemonade

Surfside Lemonade is designed to drink straight from the can, chilled, with no preparation required — that simplicity is the entire point. For those who want to build on the base, the non-carbonated format makes it surprisingly versatile as a cocktail ingredient. A Vodka Arnold Palmer works well by splitting a glass with unsweetened iced tea for a longer, lower-proof sipper. A Berry Lemonade Smash adds muddled fresh strawberries or raspberries directly into a poured can over crushed ice. A Spiked Lemonade Spritz tops a half-pour with a splash of Prosecco for those who want a touch of effervescence on their own terms.

Best For

• Backyard cookouts, pool days, and warm-weather gatherings where convenience matters
• Stocking a cooler for beach trips or boat days without hauling bottles and mixers
• Drinkers who find hard seltzers too fizzy or artificially flavored
• Low-calorie, gluten-free sipping for those watching dietary intake without sacrificing flavor

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Surfside Lemonade taste like? It tastes like freshly squeezed lemonade with a balanced sweet-tart profile and no detectable vodka burn. The still, non-carbonated texture sets it apart from most canned cocktails, giving it a smooth, juice-like quality.

How does Surfside Lemonade compare to High Noon? Both sit at a similar ABV and calorie count (around 100 calories per can), but Surfside is entirely still while High Noon is carbonated. Surfside uses fresh lemonade and a corn-based vodka, whereas High Noon uses real fruit juice with a vodka-soda base, resulting in distinctly different mouthfeel and drinking experiences.

Is Surfside Lemonade good for beginners? At 4.5% ABV with no perceptible alcohol bite, it is one of the most approachable spirits-based RTDs on the market. The familiar lemonade flavor makes it an easy entry point for anyone exploring the category.

Where is Surfside Lemonade made? Surfside is produced at Stateside Distillery in the Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The vodka base is distilled on-site using a custom copper pot still.

What foods pair well with Surfside Lemonade? Grilled chicken or shrimp skewers complement the citrus notes naturally. Fish tacos with a lime crema echo the tartness. Fresh fruit salads or berry desserts match the lemonade sweetness. Classic barbecue fare like pulled pork sliders balances well against the drink's acidity. Light cheeses such as fresh mozzarella or chèvre keep the pairing from becoming too heavy.

What sizes does Surfside Lemonade come in? This listing is for the standard 4-pack of cans; Surfside also offers variety packs in 8-pack formats.

Is Surfside Lemonade worth the price? Surfside positions as a competitively priced, premium-quality RTD within the vodka lemonade segment. The use of seven-times-distilled craft vodka and fresh (not concentrated) lemonade gives it a production pedigree that most mass-market competitors in the same price tier do not match.

Why Surfside Lemonade?

The decision to leave out carbonation was a deliberate move that carved an entirely new lane in the RTD market — and consumers responded, pushing Surfside to the number-two spirits-based RTD brand in the country. The base vodka's Double Gold Medal at the 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition speaks to the quality of what goes into each can, not just the branding around it. With fresh lemonade, gluten-free certification, OU Kosher status, and only 100 calories per serving, the spec sheet backs up the flavor. In a category crowded with carbonated seltzers chasing the same consumer, Surfside earned its audience by being the drink that actually tastes like lemonade.