NickD said:Vanilla Coke.
Also, my weird observation: Coke is better than Pepsi, but Cherry Pepsi is better than Cherry Coke.
I feel like Coke and Pepsi are two distinctly different things. Like cookies and Oreos.
They serve a similar purpose, but when you're craving one, the other is no substitute.
If anyone has ever been to Disney Springs here in Florida, we have the Coca-cola Store Rooftop Beverage Bar and there you can try a flight of Cokes from different countries of all different flavors. My personal favorites?
There is one flavor that I can't remember the name of or which country its from but its my number one because it tastes just like a drink from Nicaragua called Rojita that I used to share with my mom as a kid.
Pepsi Zero Sugar and it's not even close.
I used to be junkie-hooked on the stuff. Now I only go through about a six pack every month, but every one is like a tiny vacation for my mouth.
Woody (Forum Supportum) said:NickD said:Vanilla Coke.
Also, my weird observation: Coke is better than Pepsi, but Cherry Pepsi is better than Cherry Coke.
I feel like Coke and Pepsi are two distinctly different things. Like cookies and Oreos.
They serve a similar purpose, but when you're craving one, the other is no substitute.
Ok, I've been holding in my Coke vs Pepsi rant for long enough. Here's my theory:
Coke was invented and became popular earlier than Pepsi, and many people were probably drinking it at a warmer temperature than we consume it at today, some even drinking it lukewarm in places where refrigeration was not available. Its flavor is not as sweet, but it is "refreshing" at any temperature (probably also because it contained cocaine). Pepsi was invented a little later, and is sweeter. Because the human tongue does not detect sweetness as well at lower temperatures, Pepsi is a drink best served ice cold. Coke tastes less sweet when served cold and its flavor is more balanced when it's served not-quite-ice-cold. Some people like that.
If I'm drinking a soda, I'm in it for that dopamine hit from the sweetness. That's why Pepsi is my choice for cracking open a cold one.
My carbonated beverage ranking:
NickD said:Vanilla Coke.
Also, my weird observation: Coke is better than Pepsi, but Cherry Pepsi is better than Cherry Coke.Vanilla
Vanilla Coke is pretty tasty. Always makes me think of the diner scene in Pulp Fiction. When I was young, I was 13-14 when I first saw it, I didn't understand the "How do you want your milkshake? Martin & Lewis or Amos & Andy?" Was asking vanilla or chocolate.
In reply to Nicole Suddard :
I thought colas and such were always served chilled from drugstore fountains before they were sold in cans and bottles.
My local grocery chains used to stock Mexican Pepsi too but haven't seen them in a long time. They were good too.
I cut out 99% of sodas several years ago. I keep these in the drink fridge and drink one every week or so.
adam525i said:
If I'm having a cola I really like Jarritos Mexican Cola, that stuff is like drinking candy it's so sweet and delicious.
The missus and I stand by our opinion that Jarritos "cola" flavor tastes like Bottlecaps candy "cola" flavor from our childhood
Instant nostalgia hit
Irn Bru, cuz it reminds me of our trip to Scotland!
Ranger50 said:Ale8.
Where are you from that you can still find this?
I barely remember getting it as a kid on vacation somewhere like 30 years ago. It popped into my head about 10 years back and my friend looked at me like I grew another head when I tried to explain it and ask if he's seen it because he travels more.
In reply to Nicole Suddard :
Ok, I've been holding in my Coke vs Pepsi rant for long enough. Here's my theory:
Coke was invented and became popular earlier than Pepsi, and many people were probably drinking it at a warmer temperature than we consume it at today, some even drinking it lukewarm in places where refrigeration was not available. Its flavor is not as sweet, but it is "refreshing" at any temperature (probably also because it contained cocaine). Pepsi was invented a little later, and is sweeter. Because the human tongue does not detect sweetness as well at lower temperatures, Pepsi is a drink best served ice cold. Coke tastes less sweet when served cold and its flavor is more balanced when it's served not-quite-ice-cold. Some people like that.
If I'm drinking a soda, I'm in it for that dopamine hit from the sweetness. That's why Pepsi is my choice for cracking open a cold one.
That makes a lot of sense. I like both, but I've noticed that they have different tastes depending on how cold/freshly poured they are. When fresh and ice cold, I like Pepsi. But you need to drink it right away. If I get a Big Gulp or it's not as cold, Pepsi doesn't taste as good as it sits, Coke is more consistent. I thought it lost carbonation faster, but the temp change makes more sense.
RevRico said:Ranger50 said:Ale8.
Where are you from that you can still find this?
I barely remember getting it as a kid on vacation somewhere like 30 years ago. It popped into my head about 10 years back and my friend looked at me like I grew another head when I tried to explain it and ask if he's seen it because he travels more.
I don't think I've ever had it, but I remember seeing it in Kentucky or Indiana. I thought for sure it was only in those states, but their website shows it is available across a lot of the eastern half of the country. Not widely available.
If their "Find It" part of their website is accurate, it is within 50 miles of you:
Caffeine free diet Coke
Caffeine free diet Mountain Dew... nearly impossible to find
Caffeine free diet Dr Pepper...ditto the above
Caffeine free diet cherry Coke... only available in Coke Freestyle machines
Coca-Cola, Dr. Pepper and MT. Dew are my favorites. Oddly I like Coke with food and Dew when driving.
Has anyone noticed a flavor difference depending on the container? Coke is best from a 2 liter or can, 20 oz bottles are bad. Dew is best from a 20 oz, not great from a can. Pepper is about the same from anything.
In reply to Nicole Suddard :
I hadn't thought about it but it makes a lot of sense. We were a 7up house growing up, so while I learned more than any normal person should about soda we didn't get into Coke vs Pepsi. Now for colas I drink Diet Pepsi unless RC is available, but also like a cream soda once in a while.
The missus and I stand by our opinion that Jarritos "cola" flavor tastes like Bottlecaps candy "cola" flavor from our childhood
Childhood?
So all you'all don't eat this type candy in adulthood?
Well, I was until my sugar numbers got out of whack.......
I drink a loooooott of Dr Pepper regularly, eagerly awaiting vrye new Blackberry flavor too.
If I see it, I always grab a Puma Kola. If you haven't had it, I recommend trying to find it.
Coke.
If I am drinking ginger ale, it's Vernor's or give me death.
In reply to Woody (Forum Supportum) :
i'm a Pepper too
Antihero said:I drink a loooooott of Dr Pepper regularly, eagerly awaiting vrye new Blackberry flavor too.
If I see it, I always grab a Puma Kola. If you haven't had it, I recommend trying to find it.
I have never had it, but need to try. I've enjoyed every Sprecher's product I've ever tried.
Jay_W said:Irn Bru, cuz it reminds me of our trip to Scotland!
I liked Irn Bru more than I thought I would. I was in Scotland in 2023. Love it there. Want to go back as soon as I can. Watch Steve Marsh on YouTube if you like all things Scottish.
RevRico said:Ranger50 said:Ale8.
Where are you from that you can still find this?
I barely remember getting it as a kid on vacation somewhere like 30 years ago. It popped into my head about 10 years back and my friend looked at me like I grew another head when I tried to explain it and ask if he's seen it because he travels more.
Cracker Barrel sells singles. But I'm back to Kentucky a few times a year and buy it there. Last time I bought 24 pk of bottles at the Sam's club in bowling green.
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