Smirnoff Ice Light
Smirnoff Ice Light is a fairly decent alternative to Smirnoff Ice, in the event you’re looking for something with less calories. Smirnoff Ice is notorious for being high in calories; something in the 170 calorie range (give or take 30 calories, depending on where you get your info). The light version is closer to 110, or about around a one-third decrease in calories.
Smirnoff Ice was my favorite malternative; I’d knock back a six pack of these pretty quick at a tail-gate party. I’ve since moved on to mixed drinks when I do my ‘partying’ (almost never), but I was excited to try this. I was curious if they could pull off a decent tasting beverage without using as much sugar. Well, they can.
It was decent. A lot less filling (great thing!). Has a hint more of a ‘beer’ profile out of it, but I was kind of expecting it. Granted, it’s a flavor I hate, so I’m incredibly sensitive to it. But it was drinkable, and I may be purchasing more in the future. I hope it catches on; it a nice alternative to the classic malternative. I recommend it for the market that it was intended for!
–Jeremy Hobbs
June 1st, 2008 at 12:34 pm
The more beer flavor was from the malt alcohol that they used.
Coors Light and Miller Lite are both about 100 calories, so this is hardly “light” but as far as a malternative, it is definitely lower on the calories for the taste.
February 16th, 2010 at 7:44 am
I love this drink. Since I am on a diet, at least I can have this drink and not feel guilty. I just learned that this drink is going to be discontinued. Seems like everytime I start liking a flavor, they discontinue it. There are many light choices for men, but they won’t leave the good ones on the market for women.
March 17th, 2010 at 10:01 am
Very, very sad that this drink will be discontinued. I wish they would leave this one on the market becouse it is only 110 calories and has a great flavor taste. Take one of the other nasty flavors and discontinue that one. I hope that they decide to bring it back since a lot of people are trying to watch their calories too and this was a great drink to do it with.
March 31st, 2010 at 5:48 am
This is the 2nd time I have found a drink that I like and then they discontinue it. I don’t like beer, don’t care for wine either. I used to drink Mike’s light, then they changed it and it now tastes nasty, leaves an aftertaste from the sweetner. Tried to get on Smirnoffs website to lodge a protest but couldn’t find anywhere to send it to them
May 14th, 2010 at 9:00 am
I agree with the other ladies. I don’t like beer or wine and this was the best low cal drink. I can’t find anything I like better for the calories. Please don’t discontinue it!
May 22nd, 2010 at 6:56 pm
If they do ever discontinue it (doubtful), you could make it yourself at home.
Just add 1 oz of Smirnoff to a Sprite Zero (or a soda/crystal light combo)
Exactly the same taste, same nutritional profile but cheaper (and without the bottle I guess)
May 26th, 2010 at 12:20 pm
I’m a male and I love this stuff. I’ve searched for 20 years for something I like to drink with and finally found it. But now it’s gone. Figures. And I agree, take out some of that apple, cranberry, pumpkin tasting crap and leave this one alone!
May 26th, 2010 at 2:29 pm
I fell in love with the original “Mikes Lite” and they discontinued it. Took 2 years for anythig to even come close. Smirnoff Ice Lite is the ONLY bottled product I drink. I’ll never understand why the market for lite malt beverages are so limited as most people (esp women) are watching their weight. The flavored drinks are terrible~WAY too sweet…. PLEASE dont discontinue!!!
June 3rd, 2010 at 12:34 pm
I also fell in love and now my heart is broken! I wasn’t aware that Smirnoff Lite was going to be discountinued and went to over 20 different places looking for it. I am very upset and also wish that there was a way for the consumers voice to be heard!
June 3rd, 2010 at 4:42 pm
What happened to Smirnoff Light?!! My local store (MA) tells me it is not available anymore! My husband is a diabetic and likes the option of the Light! Bring it back-PLEASE!!!
June 9th, 2010 at 1:52 pm
PLEASE DON’T DISCONTINUE IT…..THAT’S ALL I DRINK….REALLY I DON’T LIKE ALL THAT FLAVOR IN THE OTHER ONES…THIS ONE HAS A GOOD TASTE TO IT…
June 12th, 2010 at 11:35 am
Where can I purchase Smirnoff Ice Light in the Myrtle Beach, SC area. Do you still make Smirnoff
June 15th, 2010 at 2:48 pm
I can’t believe my favorite “light” drink has been discontinued! The regular ice drinks are WAYYYYY to sweet for my tastebuds. My only market alternative are the “Mike’s Lite” drinks that I am now sick of drinking.
June 16th, 2010 at 12:46 pm
I was wondering why I couldnt find it! They still sell it in Canada, every time my Canadian friend comes down she doesnt bring enough and gets upset that we dont have it here… if anyone does find it sold anywhere in ohio please tell me!
June 18th, 2010 at 6:46 am
I too am so upset they discontinued Ice Light. I contacted customer service and they suggested the syrup tasting flavored ones. This was so light tasting and good. Who is making the decision to do away with this flavor? There are NO light alternatives offered. Now Smirnoff loses all my business.
June 18th, 2010 at 4:44 pm
Wish I could help everyone… it’s terrible when we as consumers lose products we love. Write Smirnoff, and let them know your feelings!
June 19th, 2010 at 7:16 pm
i not sure why you discontinued the lite , that was a nice product..
June 19th, 2010 at 7:16 pm
please reconsider
June 20th, 2010 at 12:25 pm
I don’t work for Smirnoff, I just reviewed it… I’m ‘just a guy.’
June 24th, 2010 at 9:01 am
cant believe smirnoff ice light has been discontinued.i dont drink beer and i love the light flavor of this drink.i am not fond of the fruity drinks so i wish smirnoff would just leave this one on the market.hope the company reads our concerns.
June 25th, 2010 at 10:17 am
I love Smirnoff Ice….WHERE can I find the LIGHT in the stores? Walmart, Farm Fresh, etc…they don’t carry this LIGHT. Please help me find it!
June 25th, 2010 at 12:41 pm
PLISSSS put them back on market……plisssssss
June 30th, 2010 at 3:01 pm
I tasted both Smirnoff regular and Smirnoff light and I clearly prefer the taste of the regular one. The Smirnoff light is way to sweet!
July 3rd, 2010 at 1:30 pm
They just advertised it here on TV in Canada during the world cup, so I guess they still sell it here in Ontario
July 13th, 2010 at 2:26 pm
Where is everyone seeing/hearing that Ice Light is discontinued? I contacted Smirnoff via e-mail about 2 months ago and they claim it has NOT been discontinued. Yet, I have not been able to find it here since CVS stopped carrying it (I know, strange place to find it.)
July 27th, 2010 at 11:41 am
Did anyone leave a message on the website? I did awhile back and just like Amanda stated…they told me it was not discontinued as well. I have a very hard time finding it but it is still available…thank goodness! I love the stuff…I just wish it was more available
July 28th, 2010 at 12:09 pm
The two stores I been buying it from up until a few weeks ago, now don’t have it. It’s also not listed on the products page on the smirnoff website.
July 28th, 2010 at 5:02 pm
Ok all, I found one last 6pack at a gas station. I called the number on the box and…DISCONTINUED!
August 2nd, 2010 at 6:02 pm
PLEASE!!!!!!Bring back my Smirnoff Ice Light. PLEASE,PLEASE,PLEASE!