Flavored sparkling water comparison
Sparkling Ice vs Waterloo
These look similar on shelf but are very different drinks. Sparkling Ice is a sweetened, vitamin-enriched flavored beverage; Waterloo is an unsweetened sparkling water.
Brand
Sparkling Ice
Bold flavored sparkling water with vitamins
Side-by-side comparison
| Attribute | Sparkling Ice | Waterloo |
|---|---|---|
| Calories (12 oz) | 5 | 0 |
| Sugar | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sweeteners | Sucralose | None |
| Sodium | 35 mg | 0 mg |
| Added vitamins | Yes (B and antioxidants) | No |
| Flavor | Sweet, bold | Dry, fruit-forward |
| Packaging | 17 oz PET bottles | 12 oz aluminum cans |
Pick Sparkling Ice if you want sweetness
- Bold sweet flavor scratches a soda itch
- Added B vitamins
- Wider bold flavor portfolio
Pick Waterloo if you want true sparkling water
- No sweeteners at all
- No sodium
- Aluminum cans are more recyclable than PET
Final verdict
Sparkling Ice is a sweetened beverage with sparkling-water styling. Waterloo is actual sparkling water. They're not interchangeable.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sparkling Ice a sparkling water?
It is marketed as one, but it contains sucralose. Waterloo and other unsweetened brands are closer to a true sparkling water.
Which has more flavor?
Sparkling Ice — by design, since it's sweetened.
Last verified: 2026-05Editorial standards
Sources: Sparkling Ice · Waterloo FAQ
