With grueling summer heat right around the corner or already here, it is time to just cool down. Since the sun cannot take it down a notch, the next best thing is to crack open a cold can of soda. The problem is, with so many flavors, what do you choose? To help you beat the heat, here are the top five ranked poppi sodas for summer.
Now, what is poppi? It is a soda company that got its start in 2015. Although it hasn’t been open for numerous years, it has quickly become popular and boasts 15 flavors. It’s easily found on Amazon, but it can be found on Target’s and Walmart’s shelves. What makes it unique is its infusion with apple cider vinegar and dedication to its catchphrase “Ingredients You Can Love”.
With 15 flavors, how was it narrowed down to five to start? The answer is simple: summer vibes. If there’s one thing summer makes you crave, it’s fruit. So, any non-fruit poppi flavors aren’t meeting this summer's cut.
From there, it’s a game of what is in season. For most of the U.S, watermelon and strawberries are in full swing starting in early summer. Cherries and raspberries have mid to late summer handled. With that in mind, that means these sodas are the most summer-fruit forward.
5. Raspberry Rose
Ranking last but-actually, yes-least is raspberry rose. Although its floral vibes match with the brightness of summer, its flavor is just not as good as the rest. You know how fruity sparkling water often tastes like the fruit just swam through the water before the bottles were filled? This is poppi's version of that. The raspberry is hidden up by the rose and is almost reminiscent of perfume instead of a tasty beverage. If you want a light drink and love rose flavor, this is still the one for you.
4. Watermelon
Although watermelon places four out of give on this list, that doesn't mean you shouldn't reach for it at your next summer BBQ. The sweetness is just right, satisfying your cravings in an instant. With just watermelon as the main flavor, it definitely comes through and pairs deliciously with other drinks. Mixing it with lemonade? Amazing. Adding some mint? Better than you'd even think. To add a criticism, though, it just doesn't seem as fizzy as other poppi flavors.
3. Cherry Cola
Right in the middle is poppi's cherry cola. An imitation of cherry coca cola, one might argue that this one is even better. The cola flavor is smooth, not harsh, and doesn't have the artificial taste you might be expecting. You can taste the cherry, too, so no flavor hides the other. This cherry flavor adds sweetness, but who doesn't love when cherries are both sweet and tart? In fact, this would rank higher on the list if the cherries packed more of a punch! When it comes to summer, the fruitier, the better.
2. Strawberry Lemon
There is a reason this flavor is considered a "Top Pick!" on poppi's website. Strawberry lemon is one of those flavors that you could never get tired of drinking. It's perfectly balanced-just the right amount of strawberry and lemon. A little acid goes a long way with all of strawberry's sweetness. It is very sweet, matching how most people would probably want their strawberry lemonade, after all. The sweetness does not detract from lemon's flavor in the same way lemon desserts still highlight that lovely punch of lemon. This drink is the one for an afternoon pick me up when you're tired after being out in the sun all day.
1. Cherry Limeade
Cherry limeade...how is this not considered a "Top Pick!"? Both cherries and limes can be tart, but poppi manages to make it just how you'd want. You may pucker a bit, but you would not want it any other way. The tart cherry flavor satisfies even the most intense cherry craving. After getting tired of summer's endless lemonades, a limeade is also a welcome, delicious change. All of this flavor, of course, comes with a delightful sweetness that keeps you coming back for just another sip. Just another sip until all of the cans you have at home are gone!
Now, what are you waiting for? Grab any of these poppi sodas for a fruitful, fun twist to your summer drinking. Whether you join team cherry limeade or stick with an old favorite, poppi sodas are sure to be a summer hit.