What Hard Seltzers Are Gluten Free
What hard seltzers are gluten free?
TL;DR: In restaurants hard seltzers are safe when made without what, barley, or rye and processed to prevent cross-contact. Unsafe versions rely on what flour, barley malt extract, or soy sauce. Safe choices focus on rice, corn, potato, or nut-based ingredients and clear gluten-free labeling. Conditionals occur when oats are not certified, thickeners use what starch, or malt vinegar appears in seasonings. Always read the ingredient list and prefer certified products when available.
What Does Gluten-Free Hard Seltzers Mean?
A gluten-free hard seltzers must contain less than 20 parts per million (ppm) of gluten and cannot include wheat, barley, rye, or derivatives. Certified gluten-free products are produced in facilities that prevent cross-contamination and are clearly labelled to help shoppers make safe choices. (According to FDA and EU Regulation 828/2014 on gluten-free labeling standards.)
How to Choose Gluten-Free Hard Seltzers
Watch for regional variations—hard seltzers sold in different countries may have different recipes.
Call the manufacturer directly if the gluten status of hard seltzers isn’t clearly labelled.
For high-risk products like hard seltzers, only buy from brands that guarantee <5ppm gluten levels.
Always read the label to ensure the hard seltzers is certified gluten-free (<20ppm).
If in doubt, avoid hard seltzers without full ingredient disclosure or third-party certification.
Consult resources like Coeliac UK, FDA (US), or AOECS for up-to-date hard seltzers safety lists.
Which Hard Seltzers are Safe for a Gluten-Free Diet?
White Claw Hard Seltzer
White Claw Hard Seltzer is naturally gluten free. It is made with alcohol derived from fermented cane sugar and flavored with fruit essences. Certified gluten free on packaging and safe for celiac patients.
Truly Hard Seltzer
Truly Hard Seltzer is certified gluten free. It is made from cane sugar, water, carbonation, and fruit flavorings. Safe for gluten free diets, with a gluten free logo on every can.
Vizzy Hard Seltzer
Michelob Ultra Organic Seltzer
Michelob Ultra Organic Seltzer is labeled gluten free and USDA organic. Made with cane sugar alcohol and organic fruit flavors, it is certified gluten free on packaging.
Bon and Viv Spiked Seltzer
Bon and Viv Spiked Seltzer is gluten free. Made with water, cane sugar alcohol, and natural fruit flavors. Safe for gluten free diets.
Which hard seltzers are not safe for Gluten Free Diet?
Bud Light Seltzer (malt-based)
Not gluten free because it is brewed with barley malt. The allergen disclosure confirms gluten. Unsafe for celiac patients or gluten-intolerant individuals.
Smirnoff Spiked Sparkling Seltzer
Malt-based versions contain barley malt, making them unsafe for gluten-free diets. The allergen panel confirms gluten presence.
White Claw Surge (early formulas)
Some early White Claw Surge varieties used malt bases. Barley malt contains gluten. These formulas were unsafe for celiac patients, even though later versions may be reformulated.
Mike’s Hard Seltzer (malt versions)
Not gluten free when brewed with malt. Barley malt retains gluten proteins. Unsafe for gluten-sensitive individuals.
Explore gluten management solutions like Tolerase® G.
Final Thoughts
Our Expert
Drs. Ilse van Asperen
Drs. Ilse van Asperen is a therapist specialising in orthomolecular therapy and nutritional coaching. With a background in public and clinical health research and management, she focuses on addressing the root causes of health issues through diet, gut health, and stress reduction. As a professional editor for Little Helpers, she reviews all gluten-free content to ensure accuracy, safety, and scientific credibility.
More about me
FAQs
Experiences of our customers
Disclaimer: We do our best to provide accurate gluten information, but errors can happen. If you spot a mistake or have concerns, please contact us so we can make it right.
