While we Americans love a good soda, most of the world does, too. From fruity to bitter, people from around the world enjoy an ice-cold, fizzy drink from time to time.
If you've ever travelled outside the United States, you've probably seen vending machines in other countries that sell drinks you've never even heard of before. Including different flavors of Coca-Cola and Pepsi.
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10 Different Sodas From Around The World
1. Pepsi Ghost
Pepsi's mystery flavor can be found in Japan. Customers have described it as a twist on Cherry Pepsi, while others say its flavors consist of pumpkin, chocolate, marshmellow, and even candy corn!
2. Thums Up
One of the most popular colas in India, Thums Up is distributed by Coke. Fun fact: Thums Up makes an appearnce in the book Eat, Pray, Love and its movie adaptation.
3. Jarritos
This popular Mexican soda comes in a variety of flavors including pinapple, mango, guava, and lime.
4. Foxton Fizz
Foxton Fizz originated in New Zealand. It comes in many flavors, including lime, raspberry, lemonade, and more.
5. Milkis
This South Korean soda is made with milk (hence its name) and has a creamy texture and flavor.
6. Mare Rosso
A product of Spain, this soda has more of a bitter taste and is sold by Coca-Cola to rival Pepi's 'Bitter Kas' soft drink.
7. Inca Cola
Made in Peru, this popular soda has a flavor similar to cream soda. It's often used by chefs to add flavor to dishes.
8. Jaffa
An Orange-flavored soda, Jaffa is a popular in Sweden.
9. Chinotto
This Italian soda is made from the juice of the fruit from a myrtle-leaved orange tree and is sold by Coca-Cola as "Fanta Chinotto."
10. Pepsi Mint & Lemon
Another soda that Pepsi sells exclusively in Japan is their mint and lemon flavored drink.
It's unlikely these flavors will make their way into vending machines here in the United States, but you never know. Have you tried any of them?
Frequently Asked Questions About Soft Drink Flavors
What are some unique soft drink flavors from around the world?
Some unique soft drink flavors include Pepsi Ghost from Japan, Thums Up from India, Jarritos from Mexico, Foxton Fizz from New Zealand, Milkis from South Korea, Mare Rosso from Spain, Inca Cola from Peru, Jaffa from Sweden, Chinotto from Italy, and Pepsi Mint & Lemon from Japan.
What is Pepsi Ghost and where can it be found?
Pepsi Ghost is a mystery flavor soda available in Japan. Its taste has been described as a twist on Cherry Pepsi, with possible flavors like pumpkin, chocolate, marshmallow, and candy corn.
Which soft drink is popular in India and mentioned in Eat, Pray, Love?
Thums Up is a popular cola in India distributed by Coca-Cola. It is notable for appearing in the book and movie adaptation of Eat, Pray, Love.
What flavors does the Mexican soda Jarritos come in?
Jarritos is a Mexican soda that comes in a variety of flavors including pineapple, mango, guava, and lime.
What makes the South Korean soda Milkis unique?
Milkis is unique because it is made with milk, giving it a creamy texture and flavor, which is uncommon for sodas.
Are these international soft drink flavors available in U.S. vending machines?
It is unlikely that these international soft drink flavors will be available in vending machines in the United States, though it is not impossible in the future.
Where can I find vending machines with unique international soft drinks?
Vending machines in countries outside the United States often sell unique soft drink flavors that are not commonly found in the U.S., including different versions of Coca-Cola and Pepsi.
