Is Carbonating Other Liquids in Your SodaStream Safe? We Investigate the Trend

If you're a fan of fizzy drinks, you've probably invested in a soda maker like SodaStream to avoid buying bottled sparkling water. But sometimes, plain sparkling water just doesn't hit the spot. Lately, people have been bubbling up juices like apple and orange in their SodaStream machines to create DIY fizzy drinks. However, SodaStream doesn’t actually recommend carbonating anything other than water. We decided to explore why.

Can You Really Put Juice in a SodaStream?

While juice can technically be carbonated, it's not without its risks. According to the SodaStream FAQ, using anything other than water in the machine may void both the warranty and the money-back guarantee. Besides, carbonating non-water liquids can be messy and, in some cases, dangerous.

Sparkling water is created when carbon dioxide (CO2) is forced into water under pressure, forming bubbles. Attempting to carbonate juices or other beverages in a SodaStream, which is designed specifically for water, could lead to some serious issues, including messes or even explosions.

One more reason to avoid carbonating non-water liquids: to prevent clogging your SodaStream. Sticky beverages are tough to clean, and over time they could cause buildup or even mold—gross!

Carbonators Designed for Juices and Other Liquids

The Drinkmate brand offers a soda maker specifically designed to carbonate almost anything, unlike SodaStream. Their machine can handle water, juices, teas, and even alcoholic drinks. Unlike SodaStream, Drinkmate doesn’t have temperature restrictions when it comes to carbonation.

If you want to experiment with different beverages while staying safe (and avoiding a potential kitchen disaster), choose a carbonator that explicitly allows for a wider range of liquids to be used.