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Forget Vanilla: Transform Strawberries And Whole Milk Into A 2-Minute, Old-School Treat

staff@tastingtable.com (Martha Brennan) — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0000

There are plenty of sweet treats you can drink, but if you're looking for something simple but unique, try a strawberry version of this classic New York sipper.

This Fall-Inspired Twist Takes Horchata To The Next Level

staff@tastingtable.com (Maria Ritchie) — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Turn this Mexican drink into a fall-flavored shake that hits all the right spice notes for the season and will rival any pumpkin spiced latte out there.

Ben And Erin Napier's Old-School Burger Tradition Comes With This Classic Soda

staff@tastingtable.com (Sean Bell) — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 21:15:00 +0000

The Napiers love their hometown of Laurel, Mississippi. One of their favorite traditions is visiting Laurel's oldest spot for a burger and soda.

The Starbucks Secret Menu Drink That's Inspired By A Classic Fall Treat

staff@tastingtable.com (James Andersen) — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 19:40:00 +0000

If you're a fall lover who dives into Starbucks for seasonal drinks at the first chance, then you'll want to try this tasty secret menu item.

10 Of The Best New Fast Food Items Of September 2026

staff@tastingtable.com (Angeline Stratz) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:59:43 +0000

September is a time of renewal, and fast food restaurants are fully on board with a whole range of tasty new menu items to herald the new season.

Not Classic Or Diet: This Is The Best Pepsi Flavor On The Market

staff@tastingtable.com (Deb Kavis) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 09:35:00 +0000

After tasting every Pepsi flavor on the market, our reviewer placed this one at the very top. Fans online seem to agree this Pepsi is something special.

You're Probably Storing Grenadine Wrong

staff@tastingtable.com (Kashmir Brummel) — Sat, 19 Sep 2026 20:30:00 +0000

Got a bottle of grenadine sitting on your bar cart? You might want to rethink how you store the mixer in an effort to maximize its shelf life.

The Best Non-Alcoholic Beers For A Cookout

staff@tastingtable.com (Rob Baird) — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:20:00 +0000

Make your next cookout the best it can be by introducing some nonalcoholic brews into the mix. We found some of the best options.

The Better Way To Enjoy Apple Cider? Make It Dirty

staff@tastingtable.com (Kat Lieu) — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Apple cider is the quintessential autumnal beverage. Even though it's great in its basic form, there are ways to elevate it into a truly decadent treat.

Bloom Vs Alani Nu: Who Makes The Better Apple Energy Drink?

staff@tastingtable.com (Emily Hunt) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:20:00 +0000

Apple-flavored options are taking over the energy drink market. We compared two popular brands on flavor, value, and overall effect. Read our thoughts, here.

Forget Taco Bell's Baja Blast — This Chicken Chain Has Its Own Mountain Dew Flavor That's Sweet And Southern-Inspired

staff@tastingtable.com (Autumn Swiers) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:10:00 +0000

The next time you stop by this famous chain, don't sleep on the sweetly fruity Mountain Dew flavor - it's the perfect pairing for Southern fried chicken.

These Are The 5 Best New Fast Food Drinks Of 2026, So Far

staff@tastingtable.com (Fred Hernandez) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:10:00 +0000

Fast food menus may revolve around burgers and fries, but 2026 has shown that drinks are equally as important - and here are five of the best new ones so far.

11 Fall Drinks Worth Trying At Your Favorite Chains In 2026

staff@tastingtable.com (Michelle Welsch) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:52:43 +0000

Fall is a lot of people's favorite time of year for its crisp cosiness, and with 2026 chain drinks menus better than ever, we're inclined to agree.

Give Dirty Dr Pepper A Dollop Of Fall Flavor With 2-Ingredient Pumpkin Cold Foam

staff@tastingtable.com (Joseph Hartwell) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0000

You're not enjoying Dr Pepper to the best of your abilities unless you're giving it the dirty soda treatment - this autumnal, easy-to-make cold foam can help.

The Best Local Soda To Try In Every Southern State

staff@tastingtable.com (Mona Bassil) — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 18:20:00 +0000

We're all familiar with iconic dishes from the American South, but it seems that every Southern state also has a notable local soda that's worth highlighting.

The Historic Root Beer In-N-Out Used To Serve In The 1950s

staff@tastingtable.com (Deepak Narayanan) — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0000

In this day and age, you can get Barq's at In-N-Out, but there was a time in the 1950s when their root beer brand was a beverage with historical value.

5 Bloom Energy Drink Flavors, Ranked Worst To Best

staff@tastingtable.com (Emily Hunt) — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 16:20:00 +0000

Bloom Sparkling Energy's lineup made waves upon its debut. It's seen some updates since then, so we thought it was time to do a fresh ranking of its flavors.

I Tried And Ranked Every Pepsi Flavor

staff@tastingtable.com (Emily Hunt) — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 21:20:00 +0000

After trying all of Pepsi's 13 flavors currently available on the market, here's how I ranked them based on flavor, carbonation, and other factors.

I Tried The Viral Diet Coke Slushie To See If It Lives Up To The Internet Hype

staff@tastingtable.com (Melissa Cabey) — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:20:00 +0000

Diet Coke slushies are currently having their moment in the viral internet sun, but are they actually any good? I tried one to see for myself.

The Most Iconic Local Soft Drink Brand In Your State

staff@tastingtable.com (DB Kelly) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:20:00 +0000

Each of these soft drink brands boast a neat history, along with delicious and unique flavors that have long maintained devout fan bases in their home states.