I know I said seltzer and tonic, but club soda deserves a mention. It’s like seltzer’s slightly snazzier cousin—carbonated water with added minerals (like potassium bicarbonate) for a slightly salty, crisp taste. Great for cocktails, but still bitter-free.
You can often swap club soda for seltzer in a pinch. The saltiness can enhance a margarita or a highball. But if the recipe says “tonic,” please don’t substitute club soda. You’ll get a sad, flat tasting drink. Trust me, I’ve learned this the hard way.
