club soda

American

noun

soda water.

Etymology

Origin of club soda

First recorded in 1940–45

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When you remove them entirely, all that’s left is club soda and an orange slice to garnish.

From Salon • Jan. 18, 2026

It’s called a Hugo Spritz, but the core of it is St. Germain, Prosecco and club soda, and on a summer day with mint and lemon … It’s so yummy.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2025

Now anyone can have something other than a club soda to pair with a meal or to alternate with alcohol.

From Slate • Jan. 16, 2025

To serve, ladle into a mug, and top with club soda.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 14, 2023

Outside, the treetops tumbled and tossed, with a foamy whoosh like club soda bubbling up in the glass.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt

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