Taste Test: A Review of Canned Absolut Vodka Sprite

Quick Overview
Taste: Straightforward and exactly what you expect it to be.
Presentation: It looks like a regular Sprite can. No one's suspicious of me going about my regular day with a can of this on hand.
Price: P66 for a vodka tonic isn't that bad!
Verdict: Yes, for both taste and convenience.

(SPOT.ph) When two powerhouses like Absolut Vodka and Sprite join forces, the result is a drink that’s as predictable as it is admittedly convenient. But is it any good when it comes to taste—or is this purely trying to ride the wave of convenience? In this edition of Taste Test, we cracked open a can (it was two, actually) of the Absolut Vodka Sprite to find out.

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A Taste Test of new canned Absolut Vodka Sprite

The Absolut Vodka Sprite is a collaboration between The Coca-Cola Company and Pernod Ricard bringing two of the iconic brands in one ready-to-drink, pre-mixed cocktail. The packaging has the silhouette of Absolut Vodka against a yellow, green, and blue gradient that reflects Sprite's colors.

As the name suggests, this drink is a highball cocktail (or vodka tonic) mixing a classic Absolut Vodka and the lemon-lime profile of Sprite. This is available in 320ml cans (note: good for solo drinking), and each can has 7% alcohol content. Yup, it's higher compared to the Coca-Cola and Jack Daniel's collaboration which has 5% alcohol.

The ingredients of this drink are as follows: Carbonated Water, Absolut Vodka, Sugar, Acidulant (Citric Acid), Acidity Regulator (Sodium Citrate), and Natural Flavors. JICYDK: ingredients are listed in order by descending weight, meaning the first listed ingredient makes up the largest proportion of the product—make do with this information as you will.

An interesting trivia about this drink is that this was launched in a smaller size in other parts of the world. According to Absolut Vodka's website, this was sold in 250ml cans with 5% ABV when it was first launched in the United Kingdom back in 2024.

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What does the Absolut Vodka Sprite taste like?

The first sip tasted like Sprite and none of the vodka, but the taste (and full body) of the vodka builds up as you take one sip after another. I am no scientist, but my theory is that this happens because of the different liquid densities between the soda and the vodka We do suggest slowly and gently tilting the can upside down and downside up before opening the can and drinking, to ensure the soda and vodka stay mixed together.

As for its taste, it's straightforward and predictable as to what a vodka-spiked Sprite tastes like—it's fizzy, sweet, citrusy, and with the smooth taste of Absolut Vodka. I can taste the Sprite first, then the light hagod of the vodka comes after.

Personally, I would have preferred it if it had more vodka in it, but it's better than not tasting the vodka at all. Depending on your alcohol tolerance, this drink can either make you tipsy or have no effect at all. 

If anything, I do hope they release more interesting Absolut Vodka-Sprite flavors in the near future. Absolut Vodka does come in varying flavors—from Citron, Watermelon, Passionfruit, Mango, Mandarin, Raspberry, Pears, Vanilia (Vanilla), and more, and Sprite does come in other variants too, like the Zero Sugar. The combinations are limitless, and I can't help but dream and hope there's more to come from the collaboration.

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Should you buy Absolut Vodka Sprite?

As someone who loves the ritual of making her own drinks, these ready-to-drink cocktails were never really that appealing to me—I could try it once for curiosity's sake, but it's not something you'd ever see in my home bar. Be that as it may, I can make an exception for the Absolut Vodka Sprite since I prefer clear liquors and clear carbonated beverages. It's a win-win for when I'm too lazy to pretend to be a bartender!

There's also the fact that a can of the Absolut Vodka Sprite will come in handy for house parties, beach trips, and the like. There's no need to lug a glass bottle of Absolut Vodka, and there's no reason to use disposable cups too. This was made for convenience—no mixing, no mess, and no fuss.

And this goes without saying: Folks, drink responsibly.

The Absolut Vodka Sprite is available in supermarkets and convenience stores. We were able to buy from 7-Eleven and this was priced at P66 per can. This will likely be more affordable in the supermarket by a few pesos.

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