Truly Vodka Soda Classic Seltzer Variety 8Pk

Truly Vodka Soda Classic Seltzer Variety 8Pk is a spirits-based ready-to-drink seltzer variety pack featuring four fruit-forward flavors at 5% ABV. Multiple flavors in this lineup earned Double Gold medals at the 2023 Seltzer Nation Awards, establishing it as one of the most decorated vodka seltzer ranges on the market.

Quick Facts: ABV: 5%  |  Origin: Massachusetts, USA  |  Style: Spirits-Based Vodka Seltzer  |  Producer: Boston Beer Company

Production & Heritage

Boston Beer Company, founded in 1984 and best known for Samuel Adams beer, launched the Truly line to compete in the booming hard seltzer category. What separates Truly Vodka Soda from conventional hard seltzers is its spirits-based foundation — the vodka is six-times distilled from corn, producing a clean, neutral base that avoids the slight sweetness common in malt-based alternatives. Each flavor combines this distilled vodka with real fruit juice and sparkling water, resulting in a product that drinks closer to an actual vodka soda than a traditional seltzer.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Light and bright, with immediate fruit notes that vary by flavor — berry and citrus peel in the Blackberry & Lemon, ripe stone fruit in the Peach & Tangerine. A clean, slightly mineral quality runs beneath all four styles.

Taste: The entry is crisp and dry, with the six-times distilled vodka providing a smooth, unobtrusive backbone. Mid-palate, the real fruit juice adds a subtle natural sweetness without veering into sugary territory. Each can pairs a lead fruit with a complementary accent — Cherry & Lime, Blackberry & Lemon, Peach & Tangerine, and Pineapple & Cranberry — creating layered but uncomplicated flavor combinations.

Finish: Clean and refreshing, with a short, dry finish that leaves minimal residual sweetness. A faint echo of the fruit pairing lingers briefly before fading to a sparkling, palate-cleansing close.

How to Drink Truly Vodka Soda

These are designed to drink straight from the can, well chilled. Pour over ice in a tall glass with a citrus wedge for a slightly more elevated presentation. The Blackberry & Lemon flavor works as a base for a low-effort Bramble riff — add a splash of crème de mûre over ice. Cherry & Lime substitutes neatly into a casual Ranch Water variation, bringing its own tartness to the mix. Pineapple & Cranberry pairs well with a float of coconut rum for a quick tropical highball.

Best For

• Stocking a cooler for backyard cookouts or pool parties
• Offering guests a lower-calorie alternative to premixed cocktails
• Bringing to a gathering where a full bar setup isn't practical
• Sampling multiple Truly Vodka Soda flavors before committing to a single-flavor pack

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Truly Vodka Soda taste like? Truly Vodka Soda is crisp, dry, and lightly fruity, with a clean vodka backbone that tastes closer to a proper vodka soda with a fruit twist than a traditional hard seltzer. The real fruit juice provides natural flavor without heavy sweetness.

How does Truly Vodka Soda compare to White Claw? The primary difference is that Truly Vodka Soda uses six-times distilled corn vodka as its alcohol base, making it a spirits-based seltzer, whereas most White Claw products are malt-based. This gives Truly Vodka Soda a cleaner, more neutral taste profile that many drinkers find closer to an actual cocktail.

Is Truly Vodka Soda good for casual drinking? At 5% ABV with a light, refreshing character, Truly Vodka Soda is built for easy, session-friendly drinking at social events or relaxed evenings. Its spirits-based formula appeals to consumers who find malt-based seltzers slightly off in flavor.

Where is Truly Vodka Soda made? Truly Vodka Soda is produced by Boston Beer Company, headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. The company has multiple brewing and production facilities across the United States.

What foods pair well with Truly Vodka Soda? Grilled shrimp skewers complement the citrus-forward flavors like Blackberry & Lemon. Light fish tacos work well with Cherry & Lime thanks to the shared tartness. Fresh fruit salad echoes the natural juice notes. Mild soft cheeses like fresh mozzarella let the subtle fruit come through. Spicy Thai spring rolls benefit from the crisp, cooling effervescence.

What sizes does Truly Vodka Soda come in? This Classic Seltzer Variety Pack contains eight 12 fl oz slim cans — two each of Blackberry & Lemon, Cherry & Lime, Peach & Tangerine, and Pineapple & Cranberry.

Is Truly Vodka Soda worth the price? Truly Vodka Soda positions in the accessible premium tier of ready-to-drink seltzers, priced comparably to other major vodka seltzer brands. The spirits-based formula and real fruit juice ingredients provide genuine differentiation from cheaper malt-based competitors, making it solid value within its category.

Why Truly Vodka Soda?

The spirits-based construction is the defining advantage here. While most hard seltzers rely on fermented cane sugar or malt, Truly Vodka Soda starts with six-times distilled corn vodka — a genuine distilled spirit — which produces a noticeably cleaner, more neutral canvas for the fruit flavors. The 2023 Seltzer Nation Awards validated this approach, awarding Double Gold to the Blackberry & Lemon, Cherry & Lime, and Peach & Tangerine expressions, while Cherry & Lime also took home Best Flavor Combination. For anyone who has found traditional hard seltzers slightly artificial or cloyingly sweet, this variety pack is the clearest argument that the spirits-based approach delivers a more convincing drinking experience.