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This 2-Ingredient Sparkling Watermelon Drink Is Summer In A Glass

staff@tastingtable.com (Jaimie Mackey) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:00:00 +0000

Watermelon is one of the freshest summer flavors, and this easy-to-make sipper swiftly turns it into a perfect refreshing drink that's easy to customize.

This Classic Kentucky Soda Is Turning 100 Years Old In 2026

staff@tastingtable.com (Elizabeth Okosun) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:30:00 +0000

This unique soda brand got its start at a county fair in 1926. Today, you can tour the factory and taste many different flavors available.

Why Crumbl's Fan-Favorite Drinks Are So Controversial

staff@tastingtable.com (Fred Hernandez) — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 16:40:00 +0000

While Crumbl is best known for its decadent cookies, the chain has recently expanded into the drink game, and the response has been mixed.

8 Non-Alcoholic Low-Calorie Beers, Ranked

staff@tastingtable.com (Megan Hageman) — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 16:20:00 +0000

Looking for a light, non-alcoholic drink for the summer? We sample eight low-calorie, NA beers and ranked them from worst to best.

8 Fast Food Chain Drinks Fans Say Are Summer Hits

staff@tastingtable.com (Megan Hageman) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:20:00 +0000

You can stay refreshed all summer with some of these highly regarded new and returning beverages. Customers are raving about them.

We Tried The McDonald's Ordering Hack For Cotton Candy Sprite, And There Was One Glaring Problem

staff@tastingtable.com (James Andersen) — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:30:00 +0000

After creating the viral Cotton Candy Sprite at McDonald's, we discovered a big letdown you'll want to know about before trying this beverage yourself.

Every Juice Monster Flavor, Ranked Worst To Best

staff@tastingtable.com (Samantha Maxwell) — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:20:00 +0000

If you're craving both an energy drink and juice at the same time, you may want to see our ranking of all currently available Juice Monster flavors.

Before Dirty Soda, Pepsi's Vintage Cookbook Mixed These Ingredients For A Refreshing, Creamy Drink

staff@tastingtable.com (Martha Brennan) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:30:00 +0000

"Pepsi Cola's Beverage Book" is a 96-page recipe book published in 1970. It has a vintage version of dirty soda that's creamy, icy, and super chocolatey.

Next Time You Make Lemonade, Add This Creamy Ingredient Right To The Pitcher

staff@tastingtable.com (Deb Kavis) — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Lemonade is about as summer-forward of.a drink choice you can get, but this one ingredient takes it up another notch - and it can go straight in the pitcher.

10 Strawberry Lemonade Brands, Ranked Worst To Best

staff@tastingtable.com (Samantha Maxwell) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:20:00 +0000

If you're looking to cool down this summer with some strawberry lemonade, you may want to take a look at how we ranked these 10 store-bought brands.

The Top-Selling Energy Drink In The US Isn't Celsius Or Monster

staff@tastingtable.com (Luna Regina) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000

For many energy drinks have taken over the role of the afternoon cup of coffee, but the best-selling brand may come as a surprise.

The Old-School Soda Fountain Drink That Spiked In Popularity During Prohibition

staff@tastingtable.com (Michelle Welsch) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Long before anybody had dreamed up the term mocktail, this fizzy and tart drink was stepping in for booze during the Prohibition era.

29 Refreshing Drinks That Make The Most Of Summer Fruit

staff@tastingtable.com (Samantha Maxwell) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:20:00 +0000

We found a bunch of tasty fruit-forward sippers to cool you down all summer long. There's a mix of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to suit your needs.

Sprite, 7Up, Or Ginger Ale: Which Is The Absolute Best For A Shirley Temple?

staff@tastingtable.com (Julia Holland) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 22:40:00 +0000

Shirley Temples are an absolute classic for a reason, but there's some debate over how to make them. We talked to experts who weigh in.

Coco5's Coconut Water Drinks Are Coming To Costco. I Tried All 7 Flavors, And I Have Thoughts

staff@tastingtable.com (Julia Duda) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:20:00 +0000

Coco5's coconut water-based drinks are an interesting alternative to conventional hydration drinks, but do its flavors actually deliver? Here's our verdict.

15 Old-School Drinks That Used To Be In Everyone's Lunchboxes

staff@tastingtable.com (Michelle Welsch) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Nothing beat cracking open a fresh juice box in the school cafeteria. We look back at the classics that made their way into every lunch box.

The 2-Ingredient Chocolate Soda Fountain Drink That Deserves A Comeback

staff@tastingtable.com (Rebecca Treon) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:30:00 +0000

While soda fountains may be mostly a thing of the past, their delicious flavors live on. Here's one tasty drink you'll want to try out for yourself at home.

The Best Temperature For Storing Bottled Water Is Lower Than You'd Think

staff@tastingtable.com (Allison Forsyth) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:30:00 +0000

Keep your bottled water stored in a cool place. Higher temperatures can trigger the release of harmful chemicals in the plastic to seep into the water.

This Popular Olipop Flavor Has More Caffeine Than Mountain Dew

staff@tastingtable.com (Allison Forsyth) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:40:00 +0000

Despite their healthier stats, some sodas have more caffeine than regular soda. The highest we've seen is this Mountain Dew dupe from Olipop.

A Pitcher Of Lemonade Tastes Better When You Add A Splash Of This Juice

staff@tastingtable.com (Wendy Leigh) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:40:00 +0000

You can give your classic lemonade pitcher a more sweet, tart, or tropical note by just pouring this in. You can even upgrade it further with clever add-ins.