Low-Sugar Sparkling Water Alternatives to Your Favourite Soft Drinks
Craving something fizzy but trying to cut down on sugar?
We’ve got you.
Whether you're looking to quit the cola habit, ditch sugary mixers, or just make a healthier choice without sacrificing bubbles, sparkling water is your new best friend. And when you’ve got The Bubbla at home, you can whip up refreshingly good alternatives in seconds—minus the additives, sugar crashes, or plastic bottles.
Here are some of our favourite DIY low-sugar sparkling drinks that deliver all the fizz, flavour, and satisfaction—without the nasties.
🥤 Why Swap Your Soft Drinks?
The average can of fizzy pop contains:
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7+ teaspoons of sugar
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Artificial flavourings and colourings
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High acidity (which can wear down enamel)
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Plastic or aluminium packaging
Even the “diet” versions often come with sweeteners and preservatives that your body could do without.
By making your own drinks with sparkling water + natural ingredients, you get the taste you love—with way more control, less waste, and zero guilt.
🍋 4 Sparkling Water Recipes to Try at Home
1. Sparkling Lemon Cola (Without the Cola)
Tastes like a light version of your favourite dark fizzy drink.
You’ll need:
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200ml sparkling water
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1 tsp balsamic vinegar (trust us!)
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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Juice of ½ lemon
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Ice cubes
How to: Mix the lemon juice, vanilla, and balsamic in a glass. Add ice, top with sparkling water, and stir. The balsamic gives a cola-like depth while staying totally natural.
2. Fizzy Elderflower Lemonade
Sweet, floral and perfectly light for spring.
You’ll need:
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1 tbsp elderflower cordial
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Juice of ½ lemon
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200ml sparkling water
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Lemon slice + mint to garnish
How to: Add the cordial and lemon juice to a glass. Fill with ice, top with sparkling water from your Bubbla, and stir. Garnish with a lemon wheel and a mint sprig.
3. Zesty Ginger Lime Fizz
Great for digestion and spice lovers.
You’ll need:
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1 tsp fresh grated ginger (or a splash of ginger juice)
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Juice of 1 lime
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200ml sparkling water
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Honey or agave to sweeten (optional)
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Ice cubes
How to: Muddle the ginger and lime juice in a glass. Add a touch of honey if you like. Fill with ice, top with sparkling water, and give it a swirl.
4. Raspberry Citrus Spritz
Fruity, tangy, and lightly sweet.
You’ll need:
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A handful of fresh or frozen raspberries
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Juice of ½ orange
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200ml sparkling water
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Ice cubes
How to: Muddle raspberries and orange juice in your glass. Add ice and sparkling water. Stir and enjoy!
💚 Why Use The Bubbla?
When you make your own fizzy drinks at home, you’re not just cutting sugar—you’re cutting down:
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Plastic bottles
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Unnecessary packaging
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Carbon emissions from transport
Our CO2 Refill Programme ensures every gas cylinder is reused, not binned. That’s better for your body and the planet.
✨ Make It a Habit
Try swapping one soft drink a day for a Bubbla-made sparkling recipe. It’s a simple switch that makes a real impact—on your health, your wallet, and the environment.
👉 Ready to ditch sugary sodas for good? Meet The Bubbla and start sipping smarter.
