Dalton Cola soda: I spotted this intriguing bottle of cola on my colleague @sharingnicely's desk, but we noticed it was over a year expired. Still, the list of ingredients (which includes lemon, ginger, cinnamon, star anise, and lavender) was enticing enough that we gave it a taste. After chilling the beverage and sampling it, I found an expertly balanced cola with mild yet distinct floral and citric notes. The soda itself was slightly flat, but I'll attribute this to it being far past its intended shelf life... (read more)
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Maine Root spicy ginger brew: Stronger than your typical ginger beer. A good amount of sugar (40g per bottle) but the sweetness balances the gingery sharpness. Carbonation level is light. A solid drink that's conveniently accessible. 3.5/5.0
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Trader Joe's ginger beer: Last year, I attempted to purchase this drink only to find that the seasonal product was sold out. Seeing it on the shelves this time around, I was especially excited to try it. I'm picky about my ginger beers, and this one is good. Surprisingly robust, spicy ginger flavor for a mass market audience. Good amount of carbonation and citrus. Worth checking out. 4.0/5.0
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Clover strawberry soda: Nicely carbonated water with a light yet flavorful strawberry syrup. Mix and drink with a straw to get the full effect. 3.5/5.0
clover strawberry soda drinks recommended 3.5
