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  • A child pushes a touchscreen on a Coca-Cola Freestyle machine

    What Are The Coca-Cola Machine Cameras Actually Recording?

    Coca-Cola launched its Freestyle machines over a decade ago, but many didn't notice that there is a camera right there, in the machine itself.

    By Cara J Suppa 3 days ago Read More
  • pictured soda bottling line

    This Midwestern Soda Company Still Uses An 18th-Century Bottling Tradition

    Back when glass soda bottles were relatively new, and recycling wasn't quite a thing, there was this bottling tradition. A Midwestern company keeps it going.

    By Nikita Ephanov 4 days ago Read More
  • Several of prebiotic sodas stacked on a wooden surface.

    Avoid This Prebiotic Cola Unless You Like Overpriced And Overly Sweet Drinks

    In Food Republic's ranking of prebiotic colas, one brand failed to impress, falling short due to its cloying, artificial sweetness and a steep price point.

    By Nikita Ephanov 10 days ago Read More
  • Three Pepsi cans in ice.

    The 1992 Pepsi Contest That Caused Chaos And Death Over The Number 349

    Few marketing campaigns have proven as disastrous as Pepsi's 1992 scandal involving the number 349, which led to significant public backlash and legal fallout.

    By Max Dean 11 days ago Read More
  • A variety of chilled drinks on display in a convenience store

    60 Years Ago, This Gas Station Introduced Its Iconic Frozen Beverage

    Since its 1966 launch, one chain has sold billions of this iconic beverage across locations worldwide, cementing a decades-long fondness for the drink.

    By Nikita Ephanov 26 days ago Read More
  • a cup of soda

    Old-School Sodas That Time Forgot

    Not all sodas have stood the test of time like Pepsi and Coca-Cola have. From Jolt to Slice to Like Cola, these are old-school sodas that aren't around anymore.

    By Drew Mortier 29 days ago Read More
  • Eight cans of various prebiotic colas stacked in rows of four on a wooden table

    8 Prebiotic Colas Ranked

    Classic cola gets a gut-friendly makeover with these buzzy prebiotic sodas. From stevia-heavy flops to legit sips, here’s what actually tastes like cola.

    By Emily M Alexander 1 month ago Read More
  • Andrew Zimmern posing next to a cookbook

    The Comforting Way Andrew Zimmern Makes Hot Chocolate

    By using some classic and comforting spices, Andrew Zimmern creates a sweet hot chocolate drink that thoroughly warms both the body and soul.

    By Jack Rose 2 months ago Read More
  • bartender preparing drink

    How Bars Are Adapting To Gen Z's Drinking Habits

    Gen Z are drinking far less alcohol than previous generations (and even Millennials are cutting down), so how are bars adapting to stay afloat?

    By Nikita Ephanov 3 months ago Read More
  • A fountain drink with Ikea food court in background

    The Affordable Ikea Food Court Hack That Brings Fun To Your Beverage

    No shopping experience at Ikea is complete without stopping by its famous food court, and when you do, make sure you try this fun and fruity drink hack.

    By Simone Paget 4 months ago Read More
  • Homemade dirty sodas in two glasses with cream and lime wedges

    Dirty Soda Upgraded: Swap Heavy Cream For This Fluffy Alternative

    Dirty soda takes your favorite drink and makes it a creamy treat. However, you can amp things up even more with this fluffy alternative to standard cream.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 4 months ago Read More
  • A variety of soda cans in ice

    These US Cities Penalize Your Sweet Tooth With A Soda Tax

    Policymakers have put in place a soda tax, a surcharge designed to reduce the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages by raising their prices.

    By Max Dean 4 months ago Read More
  • A variety of different types of sodas in ice

    Is There Any Difference Between Zero Sugar And Diet Sodas?

    Diet Coke and Coke Zero may both be types of Coca-Cola with zero sugar, but the two beverages (and all other diet-or-zeros) couldn't be more different.

    By Max Dean 5 months ago Read More
  • Chick-fil-A logo bags, box, and two styrofoam cups with straws on wooden table

    The Frozen Chick-Fil-A Drink That Fans Desperately Miss

    Chick-fil-A is known for its iconic chicken sandwiches and friendly customer service, but fans can’t stop talking about this discontinued frozen drink.

    By Lili Kim 5 months ago Read More
  • kids in a school cafeteria

    If You Drank This School Cafeteria Beverage As A Kid, You Probably Grew Up In The '90s

    If you're a '90s kid, you probably remember dodge ball and Trapper Keepers. There's a special cafeteria drink that might ring a bell for you, as well.

    By Danielle Esposito 5 months ago Read More
  • the two founders of Y'alls sweet tea pitching the tea to the sharks

    Y'all Sweet Tea: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    Y'all Sweet Tea is a produce of Alabamian ingenuity, but how did the founders fair in Shark-infested waters? Did they sink or did they swim?

    By Milly Tamarez 5 months ago Read More
  • Glasses of iced ginger ale by ginger and limes

    The Ginger-Ale Brand That Was Sued For Not Using 'Real Ginger'

    Ginger ales are classic, and one brand has long been synonymous with quality. Unfortunately, it was sued for advertising real ginger without actually having it.

    By Cheryl Kochenderfer 5 months ago Read More
  • An eggnog latte in a festive setting.

    How To Prevent Your Eggnog Latte From Curdling

    While an eggnog latte is a delight at any time of year, the cooler seasons are a natural fit for one — that is unless your eggs and cream have curdled.

    By Max Dean 6 months ago Read More
  • Trader Joe's aisle

    Skip The Line At Starbucks With A Fruity Trader Joe's Dupe

    Enjoy a refreshing mid-day treat without the Starbucks crowds. This fruit-filled Trader Joe's offering makes it easy to recreate one popular drink at home.

    By Lili Kim 6 months ago Read More
  • bottles of baja blast

    The Baja Blast Pickle Hack You Might Think Twice About

    Pickles and Mountain Dew Baja Blast might sound like an odd pairing, but social media foodies have a special interest in making this combo work.

    By Sadie Stringer 6 months ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain talking.

    The Popular Fall Drink Anthony Bourdain Couldn't Stand

    Bourdain never failed to make his feelings about food trends and movements known, and one particularly popular autumn drink drew his ire more than most.

    By Max Dean 6 months ago Read More
  • Someone pouring a glass of soda from a bottle at a sunny picnic

    This US State Consumes The Most Soda In The Country

    As the place where Coca-Cola was invented, the United States is known for consuming lots of soda. But one state drinks more soda than any other.

    By Jordyn Stone 6 months ago Read More
  • Closeup of soda being poured into a glass cup with a red-and-white straw in it

    Heavy Soda Is The Midwest's Answer To Watery Fountain Drinks

    When it comes to fountain drinks, you rarely know exactly what kind of flavor or consistency you're going to get. Heavy sodas might be the Midwestern solution.

    By Cami Cox 7 months ago Read More
  • watermelon lemonade pictured in glass

    This 2-Ingredient Lemonade Is The Best Way To Use Up Fresh Watermelon

    Whether it's summer or you're dreaming of warm weather in winter, watermelon and lemonade are the perfect combination to brighten up your day.

    By Nikita Ephanov 8 months ago Read More
  • A glass of fresh watermelon juice next to slices of red watermelon.

    How To Make Watermelon Juice At Home (It's Easier Than You Think)

    It's a challenge to find watermelon juice ready to go in a grocery store, but you can make it yourself so easily. Just follow these simple steps.

    By M Lavelle 8 months ago Read More
  • A close up photo of nugget ice being poured into a cup

    You Can Buy Bags Of The Beloved Nugget Ice At This Fast Food Chain

    Nugget ice is sought-after by beverage lovers, but you can't find it everywhere. Here's one fast food restaurant where you can buy a bag for your next party.

    By Milly Tamarez 9 months ago Read More
  • buying soda in grocery store

    14 Of The Biggest Soda Recalls In US History

    Yes, even soda can get recalled. These are some of the biggest soda recalls throughout U.S. history, affecting giants like Coca-Cola to even Trader Joe's.

    By Vicky Wanja 9 months ago Read More
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