Stateside Brands Debuts Super Lyte: A New Vodka + Ade Drink

The makers of Surfside launch an innovative RTD inspired by classic sports drink flavors.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Stateside Brands, the company behind the popular Surfside line of vodka-based iced teas and lemonades, has announced the launch of Super Lyte - a new vodka-based RTD (ready-to-drink) beverage inspired by classic sports drink flavors. Super Lyte is a non-carbonated, low-calorie, and sugar-free vodka + ade drink positioned to appeal to Gen Z and Millennial consumers looking for an easy-to-drink option that fits their active lifestyles.

Why it matters

The launch of Super Lyte represents Stateside Brands' continued innovation in the growing RTD beverage category. As consumer demand for convenient, better-for-you alcoholic drinks increases, Super Lyte aims to capitalize on the trend of mixing sports drinks with vodka. The brand's focus on quality ingredients and classic flavor profiles could help it stand out in a crowded RTD market.

The details

Super Lyte will be available in a variety 8-pack featuring four classic flavors: Fruit Punch, Orange, Lemon Lime, and Blue Chill. Each 4.5% ABV can contains just 90 calories and zero grams of sugar. The brand will launch in over 20 states along the East Coast and Midwest this spring, and will be sold at liquor stores, retailers, bars, restaurants, golf courses, sports stadiums, and music venues.

  • Super Lyte will debut on March 26, 2026 during the Philadelphia Phillies' home opener at Citizens Bank Park.
  • The brand will start rolling out to stores and venues across the East Coast and Midwest this spring.

The players

Stateside Brands

The company behind the popular Surfside line of vodka-based iced teas and lemonades, and the new Super Lyte RTD beverage.

Clement Pappas

CEO of Stateside Brands, who says the company is excited to introduce Super Lyte and lead the growth in the emerging RTD segment.

Matt Quigley

President and Co-Founder of Stateside Brands, who says the company has been developing Super Lyte for over two years after identifying a growing trend of consumers mixing sports drinks with vodka.

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What they’re saying

“Building on our success with Surfside, we are thrilled to introduce Super Lyte and lead the way for growth in this emerging segment within beverage alcohol.”

— Clement Pappas, CEO, Stateside Brands (PRNewswire)

“We have been ideating and developing Super Lyte for over two years, after identifying a growing trend from consumers who enjoy mixing sports drinks with vodka.”

— Matt Quigley, President and Co-Founder, Stateside Brands (PRNewswire)

What’s next

Super Lyte will be available direct-to-consumer online and in stores in select states starting this spring.

The takeaway

Stateside Brands' launch of Super Lyte demonstrates the company's commitment to innovation and meeting evolving consumer preferences in the RTD beverage market, as they look to capitalize on the growing demand for convenient, better-for-you alcoholic drink options.