How to Clean SodaStream Bottles

On this page (6 sections)

1. Can you put SodaStream bottles in the dishwasher?
2. How do you clean a SodaStream bottle by hand?
3. How should you clean a bottle after adding flavor?
4. How do you clean caps and dry bottles between uses?
5. What should you avoid when cleaning SodaStream bottles?
6. Which supplies should you buy for SodaStream bottle cleaning?

For SodaStream bottle cleaning, use your bottle's approved washing method, wash the cap separately, and rinse thoroughly. Let both parts air-dry before putting the bottle away.

A dishwasher-safe bottle can simplify regular care, while a soft brush helps with hand washing. You don't need new bottles or extra tools if your current setup already lets you remove residue and dry everything fully.

Start by checking the care marks and replacement date on your bottle. A clean bottle still needs to be suitable for your machine and within its permitted service life.

Can you put SodaStream bottles in the dishwasher?

Only bottles marked dishwasher safe should go in the dishwasher. Follow their directions for cycle, water temperature, and placement, and check the cap's care instructions separately.

Don't assume an older bottle is dishwasher safe because a new bottle looks similar. Bottle shape, size, and cap color aren't substitutes for the care markings.

Empty the bottle before loading it, and position it as directed so wash water can reach inside and drain out. If residue remains after the cycle, clean it again before filling it for another drink.

Which dishwasher-safe bottles suit a regular rotation?

The black and white Classic twin packs suit compatible-machine owners who want one bottle available while another is being cleaned or drying. Both contain 2 BPA-free plastic bottles, each with a 1 L capacity.

Choose the black pack if you prefer black bottle accents or want to match bottles you already use. It's a practical spare-bottle choice for a household that regularly runs out of clean bottles between dishwasher loads.

Choose the white pack if you prefer white accents or want a visible way to separate it from a black set. The color choice doesn't change the cleaning method or machine fit.

Skip both packs if you use Aqua Fizz, Duo, or e-Duo, which aren't compatible with these bottles. Also skip buying spares solely to solve stubborn residue: extra bottles give you drying time, but each bottle still needs proper washing.

For other capacities and machine fits, use our guide to SodaStream bottle sizes and types. Check the replacement date on each bottle rather than assuming every bottle in your cupboard has the same lifespan.

How do you clean a SodaStream bottle by hand?

Wash, rinse, and air-dry the bottle and cap separately, using the water temperature and cleaning supplies allowed for each part. Set up a clean drying space before you start so neither part goes straight back into a damp cupboard.

1. Empty the bottle and remove its cap.
2. Rinse away loose drink residue.
3. Add a small amount of mild dish soap and water at the allowed temperature.
4. Wash the inside, neck, opening, and outside; use a suitable soft brush if permitted.
5. Clean the cap separately, paying attention to the threads and reachable recesses.
6. Rinse both parts thoroughly, then leave them apart to air-dry.

Use enough soap to wash away residue without filling the bottle with foam. Too much soap adds rinsing work and can leave a taste if you stop before it's gone.

Check the bottom and shoulder of the bottle in good light. A bottle can look clear from the side while a thin film remains around the base or neck.

Does a brush help with SodaStream bottle cleaning?

A soft brush that reaches the base is useful when rinsing leaves film inside a bottle. Choose one that passes through the opening without force and lets you reach the walls without scraping them with an exposed handle.

The BOXOB brush measures about 13.38 inches long and 3.54 inches across its head. It has a stainless steel rod, and BOXOB describes its nylon and cotton-thread bristles as gentle and anti-scratch.

Choose it if you hand-wash bottles and need help reaching the bottom. Skip it if your approved dishwasher routine already removes residue, or if your bottle's care directions prohibit brushing.

Keep the bristles between the metal rod and the bottle wall, and don't force the head through a tight opening. Gentle strokes are enough for routine washing; hard pressure isn't a substitute for the right fit.

The brush is dishwasher safe and has a hanging ring for drying. Rinse drink residue from it after use, let it dry with airflow around the bristles, and replace it when worn bristles expose the rod.

How should you clean a bottle after adding flavor?

Wash promptly after flavored drinks so syrup doesn't dry into a sticky layer. A quick water rinse can remove loose drink residue, but soap and washing may still be needed.

Focus on the neck and cap as well as the main bottle. Flavor can collect around the opening when you pour, shake, or drink from it.

If residue has dried, use a soak only when the bottle's care instructions permit it. Don't scrape at the film with a knife, fork, or other hard tool.

Add flavor at the stage allowed by your machine's directions. For Terra owners, our guide to using a SodaStream Terra explains the drink-making sequence.

For drink options, see our guide to SodaStream flavors. Whichever flavor you choose, clean away the residue before it sits in a closed bottle.

How do you clean caps and dry bottles between uses?

Wash the cap as part of the same routine, then dry it separately from the bottle. Closing a damp bottle traps moisture and makes it harder to see whether residue remains.

Clean reachable cap grooves with a soft cloth or suitable soft brush. Don't pry out seals or take the cap apart unless its care instructions explain how.

Place the bottle on a clean rack that allows drainage without sealing the opening against a flat surface. Leave space around the mouth so air can move inside.

If a cap is missing or damaged, replacing that part can avoid replacing an otherwise usable bottle.

SodaStream Bottle Caps, 2-Pack contains 2 black plastic caps that fit 1 L and 1/2 L SodaStream carbonating bottles. Their hermetic seal helps retain carbonation during storage.

Choose these when the cap itself needs replacement and the bottle is compatible, undamaged, and within its service life. Skip them if the problem is a cracked bottle, damaged bottle neck, or expired bottle.

A new cap doesn't reset the bottle's replacement date. For a full replacement, compare SodaStream replacement bottles rather than trying to keep an unsuitable bottle in service.

What should you avoid when cleaning SodaStream bottles?

Avoid excess heat, rough tools, and unapproved cleaners. Use the SodaStream support center to find care guidance when your bottle's markings or instructions are unclear.

These common mistakes can undermine an otherwise simple routine:

• Using boiling water: follow the bottle's temperature limits instead of assuming hotter water is better.
• Scrubbing with abrasive pads: use soft tools suited to the bottle's material.
• Washing only the main chamber: include the opening, neck, and cap.
• Leaving soap behind: rinse all surfaces, including cap recesses, until they're clear.
• Closing the bottle while damp: allow full drying before closed storage.
• Treating cleaning as repair: washing cannot restore a damaged pressure bottle.

Don't mix cleaning products or improvise a stronger solution when an odor remains. Repeat the approved wash, inspect the bottle and cap separately, and seek bottle-specific guidance if the smell persists.

If you find cracks, deformation, or other damage, stop using the bottle for carbonation and follow replacement guidance. Read why SodaStream bottles expire for the difference between routine care and service-life limits.

Which supplies should you buy for SodaStream bottle cleaning?

For SodaStream bottle cleaning, buy for the gap in your routine: a brush for access, spare bottles for rotation, or caps for a missing or damaged closure. You may need only one of these, or none.

Choose the BOXOB brush when you can hand-wash your bottle but struggle to reach residue. Choose either Classic twin pack when your machine is compatible and you need more time for washing and drying between drinks.

Pick the black or white bottles by your preferred color rather than expecting different cleaning results. Choose replacement caps only when the bottle itself remains suitable for use.

If you're changing bottle materials, compare glass and plastic bottles for sparkling water makers. If your preferred bottle doesn't fit your machine, our sparkling water maker guide explains how to choose a setup around your daily routine.

Frequently asked questions

Can you put SodaStream bottles in the dishwasher?

Only put a SodaStream bottle in the dishwasher if its care instructions allow it; the black and white 1 L Classic twin packs covered here are dishwasher safe, but that doesn't apply to every SodaStream bottle. Follow the allowed cycle, temperature, placement, and cap-care directions for your exact bottle.

How do you clean a SodaStream bottle by hand?

Empty the bottle, remove its cap, and wash with the water temperature and soap allowed by its care instructions; use a suitable soft bottle brush if brushing is permitted, then rinse thoroughly. Wash the cap separately and leave both parts open to air-dry before storing them together.

How often should you clean a SodaStream bottle?

Wash the bottle regularly according to its care directions, and promptly after flavored drinks. Rinse after each use, but don't rely on rinsing alone when you see residue or notice an odor; include the cap in your cleaning routine and let everything dry fully before closed storage.

Can you use vinegar to clean a SodaStream bottle?

Use vinegar only when your bottle's care instructions allow it, following the stated dilution, contact time, and rinsing steps; otherwise, stick with the approved washing method. Don't mix vinegar with bleach or other cleaning products, and don't keep adding cleaners to a bottle with a lingering odor.