4968 Total Reviews
Reed's Ginger Ale
This is fairly strange. It's a ginger ale made with real ginger, so it has a very mild burn. You may be saying, "Well that's not strange." Well let me finish Captain Impatience. The weird part is that it's kind of fruity. It has lemon and lime in it. The fruit that stands out most is pineapple. It has an initial ginger flavor that fades into a fairly strong pineapple aftertaste. The fruitiness and honey in it make it way sweeter than I'm used to ginger ale being. It's not horrible, but it's just not what I'm looking for in this type of beverage.
- Rating
- Company
- Reed's — Website — @reedsgingerbrew
- Country
- United States
- Sweetener
- Raw Cane Sugar
- Author
- Jason Draper on 10/15/10, 8:25 PM
- Buy It Amazon.com — Galco’s Pop Stop
- Share
- Direct Link
Fizzy Lizzy Pineapple
You know how pineapple sometimes smells like vomit? Yeah this has that smell going on. If you can get over the smell, it's good. It's just sparkling water and pineapple juice. I wish it had a really strong pineapple taste, but it fades really quickly. I know Fizzy Lizzy's whole thing is that it's just fruit juice and sparkling water, which I normally love, but I wish there was just the tiniest bit of sugar added to this. I do love how the fruit sediment settles at the bottom of the bottle.
- Rating
- Company
- Fizzy Lizzy — Website — @TheeFizzyLizzy
- Country
- United States
- Sweetener
- Naturally Sweetened
- Author
- Jason Draper on 10/15/10, 5:48 PM
- Share
- Direct Link
Function Alternative Energy Strawberry and Guava
Woah guava. Holy guava? Which sounds better? Just opening this bottle, you get a rush of guava. Tasting it...different. Initially, I didn't like it. It tasted like...unripened fruit, but I think that it's just actual fruit. This is me giving them the benefit of the doubt. After you kind of "get it", it gets better. It's not an ultra sweet drink. Strong scent, but light flavor. You do get strawberries, no doubt, but don't expect "candy" like strawberry.
I'm not into energy drinks, so the fact that this is and doesn't taste like a handful of Skittles is pretty great. This is a dietary supplement and I also a time-release energy drink. I never really do anything with an exorbitant amount of caffeine so chances are I would not drink something like this on a regular basis. I don't really get those mid-day sleepies that a lot of people get, but I feel that it's one of those "I always drink coffee at the same time so I crash" things. It's one of the perks to not drinking coffee ever.
All in all, it's not bad. If you are looking for something better than coffee and (probably) better than those 5 Hour Energy shots, give this a whirl. After all physicians created it.
I'm not into energy drinks, so the fact that this is and doesn't taste like a handful of Skittles is pretty great. This is a dietary supplement and I also a time-release energy drink. I never really do anything with an exorbitant amount of caffeine so chances are I would not drink something like this on a regular basis. I don't really get those mid-day sleepies that a lot of people get, but I feel that it's one of those "I always drink coffee at the same time so I crash" things. It's one of the perks to not drinking coffee ever.
All in all, it's not bad. If you are looking for something better than coffee and (probably) better than those 5 Hour Energy shots, give this a whirl. After all physicians created it.
- Rating
- Categories
- Sports/Dietary Supplement and Energy Drink
- Company
- Function — Website — @FunctionDrinks
- Country
- United States
- Sweetener
- Cane Sugar
- Author
- Mike Literman on 10/15/10, 12:25 PM
- Buy It Amazon.com
- Share
- Direct Link
New Leaf Strawberry Lemonade
I think someone's mom found this empty bottle and filled it up with lemonade that they made. This really does taste like someone squeezed some lemons into sugar water and gave it a slight berry flavoring. It's good. I mean really good. I wish more brands would actually taste like mom made versions of what they are, instead of the sugar death that a lot of drinks are. Man, this really made me wish it was still summer.
- Rating
- Categories
- Lemonade
- Company
- New Leaf — Website — @DrinkNewLeaf
- Country
- United States
- Sweetener
- Organic Cane Sugar
- Author
- Jason Draper on 10/14/10, 9:12 PM
- Share
- Direct Link
College Club Birch Beer
Who doesn't love the fair? What's the best part of the fair? Okay llama fashion shows are, but coming in a close second is the food and drinks. This tastes exactly like fair birch beer. It would be crisp and refreshing on a hot summer day. It's got that great bite that should be accompanied by fried dough. Can't you just smell the midway now?
- Rating
- Company
- College Club — Website
- Country
- United States
- Sweetener
- Sugar and or Corn Sweetener
- Author
- Jason Draper on 10/14/10, 4:11 PM
- Share
- Direct Link
Boylan's Natural Creme Vanilla
This is the only Boylan's drink that I've had so far that I haven't been totally psyched about. It's not even close to being bad, but my expectations were sky high due to my history with the company. It's just a general cream soda. I was expecting a crazy authentic vanilla explosion that just never came. If you like a very light cream soda, this is probably what you're looking for.
- Rating
- Categories
- Soda Pop
- Country
- United States
- Sweetener
- Cane Sugar
- Author
- Jason Draper on 10/14/10, 3:27 PM
- Buy It Amazon.com — Galco’s Pop Stop
- Share
- Direct Link
Reed's Ginger Beer
It's a ginger beer. The second sit was actually better than the first. Now that I've found Goya ginger beer, everything else is kind of put into perspective. This is more of the ginger flavored brew than just a kick in the butt. If you like the flavor of genuine ginger, this is perfect for you.
There is a longer "burn" with this drink than some of the others I've had. Perhaps it's because I just had a (rather good) quesadilla and it's the ginger annihilating or neutralizing my stomach. Thanks ginger dudes for making my stomach not hurt, not that I was in fear of it doing so.
This was the "extra" ginger brew. I also have a "premium" in the fridge which might be tomorrow's lil' endeavor.
There is a longer "burn" with this drink than some of the others I've had. Perhaps it's because I just had a (rather good) quesadilla and it's the ginger annihilating or neutralizing my stomach. Thanks ginger dudes for making my stomach not hurt, not that I was in fear of it doing so.
This was the "extra" ginger brew. I also have a "premium" in the fridge which might be tomorrow's lil' endeavor.
- Rating
- Company
- Reed's — Website — @reedsgingerbrew
- Country
- United States
- Sweetener
- Fructose
- Author
- Mike Literman on 10/14/10, 10:19 AM
- Buy It Amazon.com — Galco’s Pop Stop
- Share
- Direct Link
Virgil's Orange Cream Soda
Upon first sip, the only word that could pass my lips was "Wow." This is by far the best Orange Cream I have ever had the pleasure of partaking in. I quickly let everyone in the room sample it. Everyone was taken aback by how great it was. It hits very crisply, but almost instantly smoothes out. It tastes like someone took the best orange soda this world has ever seen and make an ice cream float out of it. Then that float was left out for a little too long because the maker got a long distance phone call from their aunt in Phoenix, and you know how hard it is to get her off the phone. To be more specific, it tastes exactly like the little bit of meltyness that is left when you finish off an original Orange Julius.
- Rating
- Categories
- Soda Pop
- Company
- Virgil's — Website — @reedsgingerbrew
- Country
- United States
- Sweetener
- Unrefined Cane Sugar
- Author
- Jason Draper on 10/14/10, 8:55 AM
- Buy It Amazon.com — Galco’s Pop Stop
- Share
- Direct Link
Red Bull Simply Cola
I stayed away from this stuff for a while when I first saw it. I'm not a regular drinker of energy drinks. On the rare occasions when I do get them, I rarely stray from a select few. I have to say it's not bad. It tastes like a cola that is fighting with some ingredients from root beer. The cola is victorious in the end, but there are some strange flavors left over. The two tastes, besides cola, that stand out the most are lime and licorice. Neither is terribly overpowering, so it adds a nice subtlety to it.
The really nice thing is that this is all natural. There are no chemicals added for energy. All of the caffeine in this is from coffee beans, so it doesn't make you all crazy.
The really nice thing is that this is all natural. There are no chemicals added for energy. All of the caffeine in this is from coffee beans, so it doesn't make you all crazy.
- Rating
- Categories
- Energy Drink and Soda Pop
- Country
- United States
- Sweetener
- Sugar
- Author
- Jason Draper on 10/14/10, 8:49 AM
- Buy It Amazon.com
- Share
- Direct Link
Powerade ION4 Sour Melon
When I was in high school, I drank Powerade almost every day because it was the only thing besides water in the vending machines before 1pm. I know a lot of people hate the taste, but I don't mind it at all.
Nowadays, I only drink Powerade (or Gatorade) when I'm sick. I made an exception today because I am a big fan of sour drinks so I had to try this. While it does have a slight sour flavor, it's definitely not as strong as I hoped it would be. When I drink/eat something sour I want my lips to pucker. Sadly this didn't happen.
Also, this really doesn't taste like melon. It might be the color that's throwing my taste buds off, but it tastes more like green apple to me. Overall it's a decent drink, and probably the best Powerade flavor I've ever had. It's super refreshing and makes me feel like I should be playing kickball at the park with a bunch of my friends.
Nowadays, I only drink Powerade (or Gatorade) when I'm sick. I made an exception today because I am a big fan of sour drinks so I had to try this. While it does have a slight sour flavor, it's definitely not as strong as I hoped it would be. When I drink/eat something sour I want my lips to pucker. Sadly this didn't happen.
Also, this really doesn't taste like melon. It might be the color that's throwing my taste buds off, but it tastes more like green apple to me. Overall it's a decent drink, and probably the best Powerade flavor I've ever had. It's super refreshing and makes me feel like I should be playing kickball at the park with a bunch of my friends.
- Rating
- Categories
- Sports/Dietary Supplement
- Country
- United States
- Sweetener
- High Fructose Corn Syrup
- Author
- Derek Neuland on 10/13/10, 11:04 PM
- Share
- Direct Link
DG Ting Original
Have you ever been punched in the butt? Not like a joke, like a real, honest to goodness punch in the butt. Do me a favor and go to a grocery store and get four things:
1. A can of Squirt
2. A bottle of Ting. Get the original, not the pink
3. Milk.
4. Bread. Not white bread. Something like a twelve grain. You're an adult now.
Go home and open up the can of Squirt and take a sip. Not bad, right? Now turn that bottle of Ting upside down and then right side up, open it, and throw that leftover can of Squirt in the garbage because you'll never want that second rate grapefruit pop again.
I don't know what it was, but the Ting original was exceptional. Excellent real grapefruit flavor. I liked it better than the pink. I found it in a couple places but if you have a Jamaican or Hispanic market, they should have it there?
Oh, the milk and bread? You needed that.
1. A can of Squirt
2. A bottle of Ting. Get the original, not the pink
3. Milk.
4. Bread. Not white bread. Something like a twelve grain. You're an adult now.
Go home and open up the can of Squirt and take a sip. Not bad, right? Now turn that bottle of Ting upside down and then right side up, open it, and throw that leftover can of Squirt in the garbage because you'll never want that second rate grapefruit pop again.
I don't know what it was, but the Ting original was exceptional. Excellent real grapefruit flavor. I liked it better than the pink. I found it in a couple places but if you have a Jamaican or Hispanic market, they should have it there?
Oh, the milk and bread? You needed that.
- Rating
- Categories
- Soda Pop
- Company
- DG
- Country
- Jamaica
- Sweetener
- Sugar
- Author
- Mike Literman on 10/13/10, 8:01 PM
- Buy It Amazon.com
- Share
- Direct Link
Function Shock Sports Lemon-Lime Calamansi
This instantly reminds me of a much higher quality Gatorade. It has a very similar taste to their lemon lime drink, but it's a lot lighter, and the taste is stronger. I had no idea what Calamansi was, so I had to do some research. It turns out it is a citrus fruit from Southeast Asia.
I'm pretty sure Function has discontinued this line, but if you find it I suggest picking some up. If you're in the market for a sports drink that actually has natural additives in it that will help with your recovery time, look no further.
I'm pretty sure Function has discontinued this line, but if you find it I suggest picking some up. If you're in the market for a sports drink that actually has natural additives in it that will help with your recovery time, look no further.
- Rating
- Categories
- Sports/Dietary Supplement
- Company
- Function — Website — @FunctionDrinks
- Country
- United States
- Sweetener
- Cane Sugar
- Author
- Jason Draper on 10/13/10, 2:12 PM
- Share
- Direct Link
Reed's Raspberry Ginger Brew
Reed's knows their way around ginger root. They always know the perfect amount to add to each drink. In this raspberry ginger ale, the raspberry is the driving force. At the end of each sip, the ginger grabs the wheel and takes you on a quick ride around the block. If you're looking for a quality raspberry ginger ale, put that Schweppes back on the shelf, and grab yourself some Reeds.
- Rating
- Company
- Reed's — Website — @reedsgingerbrew
- Country
- United States
- Sweetener
- Fructose
- Author
- Jason Draper on 10/13/10, 12:02 PM
- Buy It Amazon.com — Galco’s Pop Stop
- Share
- Direct Link
Boylan's Black Cherry
Boylan!!! How do you do it? Every drink? Really? Every drink. This is the best black cherry pop I've ever had. The cane sugar keeps the flavor sharp and doesn't smooth it out like a corn syrup would. It's got a killer flavor, too.
As many of you know, I drink a lot at work. Before you get concerned about my blood sugar, I share with everyone in the office. Everyone gets a sip or two. We're like a big family here. A family that drinks together stays together. Everyone who drank it loved it. I get a pretty good varied response from the people who drink; some critical and some pretty lax, but all in all, I get varied results. This time? Unanimous.
As many of you know, I drink a lot at work. Before you get concerned about my blood sugar, I share with everyone in the office. Everyone gets a sip or two. We're like a big family here. A family that drinks together stays together. Everyone who drank it loved it. I get a pretty good varied response from the people who drink; some critical and some pretty lax, but all in all, I get varied results. This time? Unanimous.
- Rating
- Categories
- Soda Pop
- Country
- United States
- Sweetener
- Cane Sugar
- Author
- Mike Literman on 10/13/10, 11:40 AM
- Buy It Amazon.com — Galco’s Pop Stop
- Share
- Direct Link
Function Light Weight Acai and Pomegranate
All diet-ness aside this wasn't bad. As far as diet drinks go, this was actually pretty good. A little tinge from the sweeteners and the acai, but even as far as acai drinks go, it was one of the better drinks I've had.
My hat off to Function for actually creating a drink that has five, yeah, that's right, 5, calories and 1 gram of sugar and not having it taste putrid. If you are on a diet, and you are looking for something different, try this out. This company is pretty fantastic and has actual scientists behind their drinks.
My hat off to Function for actually creating a drink that has five, yeah, that's right, 5, calories and 1 gram of sugar and not having it taste putrid. If you are on a diet, and you are looking for something different, try this out. This company is pretty fantastic and has actual scientists behind their drinks.
- Rating
- Categories
- Diet and Sports/Dietary Supplement
- Company
- Function — Website — @FunctionDrinks
- Country
- United States
- Sweetener
- Acesulfame Potassium
- Author
- Mike Literman on 10/13/10, 11:27 AM
- Buy It Amazon.com
- Share
- Direct Link
Oogave Cola
I was a little skeptical at first to drink a cola sweetened with agave. After the first sip, my worries were gone. This is a really good soda. The cola taste is really crisp. And since it has agave in it instead of sugar or HFCS, it doesn't taste like sugar water. It does have a slight cola bite in the after taste, but goes down really smooth. For people who don't normally like cola due to the bite and sugar overload, give this a try. Also, like most natural cola's this has no caffeine. I wish more soda companies would try using agave instead of sugar.
While I have never encountered a cola that wasn't vegan, it was nice that Oogave notes that it is right on the bottle.
While I have never encountered a cola that wasn't vegan, it was nice that Oogave notes that it is right on the bottle.
- Rating
- Categories
- Soda Pop
- Country
- United States
- Sweetener
- Organic Agave Nectar
- Author
- Derek Neuland on 10/12/10, 6:42 PM
- Buy It Amazon.com
- Share
- Direct Link
Goya Jamaican Style Ginger Beer
When we recently reviewed some ginger drinks and complained that the burn wasn't as strong as we wanted, people told us we needed to check this out. Holy crap were they right. This has the strongest burn I've experienced in a long time. It feels like my throat and stomach are filled with red-hot embers. You know what? It's great. It's definitely a sipping soda. The more you drink the tamer the burn, but don't wait too long between sips or you'll get a fresh kick in the butt. It has capsicum in it, which is a hot pepper. That is definitely in cahoots with the ginger. I love it. It just hurts in all the right ways.
- Rating
- Company
- Goya — Website — @goyaproducts
- Country
- United States
- Sweetener
- High Fructose Corn Syrup
- Author
- Jason Draper on 10/12/10, 5:32 PM
- Buy It Amazon.com — Galco’s Pop Stop
- Share
- Direct Link
Taisun Grass Jelly Drink
I was scared. I didn't want to drink this. With a title like "grass jelly drink" what was I supposed to think? I knew it was going to have chunks in it so I poured it into a glass. It's chunky, very chunky. Like if you bought an aloe drink and doubled the amount of aloe. Here's the deal though. It was awesome. My one friend said that it tasted like sweet tea and that it got better with every sip. I thought that it had a winter taste, like there were some unlisted spices.
I mean it. Try it. I'm sorry if you don't like it, but I think that with an open mind, this could be a diamond in the rough.
I mean it. Try it. I'm sorry if you don't like it, but I think that with an open mind, this could be a diamond in the rough.
- Rating
- Categories
- Chunky
- Country
- Taiwan
- Sweetener
- Sugar
- Author
- Mike Literman on 10/12/10, 5:07 PM
- Buy It Amazon.com
- Share
- Direct Link
Crater Lake Soda Root Beer
This is what I call a damn good bottle of root beer! It's exactly how I like my root beer: creamy, smooth, and lots of flavor. There was just the right about of traditional root beer bite too. On top of it, this is a local soda so that's a big plus.
- Rating
- Company
- Crater Lake Soda — Website
- Country
- United States
- Sweetener
- Pure Cane Sugar
- Author
- Derek Neuland on 10/12/10, 1:53 PM
- Share
- Direct Link
Old Jamaica Ginger Beer
Am I the only one who expects ginger beer to destroy them, only to be let down? Maybe I'm picking the wrong ginger beers. Flavor-wise, Old Jamaica makes a great ginger beer. It's far from bland, and was a pleasure to drink. But sadly, it went down smooth without much of a ginger bite. If you like a slight ginger taste but don't like to be over powered by it, this is for you. Myself, I'm still searching for a ginger beer that will kick my ass.
- Rating
- Company
- Old Jamaica — Website
- Country
- Jamaica
- Sweetener
- Sugar
- Author
- Derek Neuland on 10/12/10, 1:33 PM
- Share
- Direct Link