10 sodas disappeared from the quiet grocery shelves

Remember when you reached for your favorite ice cube from the cooler at the corner store, and your fingers got sticky? There were plenty of carbonated flavors to choose from, from traditional favorites like cola and cherry to bolder combinations like bubblegum and peanut butter (yes, really!). But some of those soda brands have disappeared like a dream, like your favorite childhood fads. Soda Graveyard is pretty big, here’s the deal. According to experts, more than 500 soda brands are said to have risen to fame and then disappeared from store shelves in the United States alone! Now pour yourself a drink (whatever is left) and take a trip down memory lane. We’re going to take a second look at 18 of those discontinued sodas that dare to be unique:

Orbitz

Orbitz features small, edible spheres bursting with bubblegum flavor and rotating in an enticing combination of bright hues. In the 1990s, this visually appealing and tactile dessert was a mainstay of birthday celebrations; However, its novelty soon wore off and store shelves were left empty.

Josta

With the promise of a citrus-flavored energy boost to match the major brands, Josta hit the market in the late 1990s. With the help of a significant marketing effort, in which athletes participated in extreme activities, Josta established a niche for himself. But as the market for energy drinks became more crowded, Josta eventually lost its appeal.

Surge

Citrus blisters with hints of bright green were provided by Surge. As a competitor to Mountain Dew in the early 1990s, Surge had an attitude mascot and a more powerful flavor profile. Surge’s popularity didn’t last long and by the early 2000s, despite its bold marketing, it disappeared from store shelves.

OK Soda

Well even though the soda wasn’t very glamorous, it was the champion of the budget-conscious soda drink. At much lower prices than name brands, these bargain brands offered traditional flavors including orange, root beer, and cola. After becoming popular for picnics, homecomings, and everyday drinks, soda was gradually eclipsed by the more aggressive marketing campaigns of its larger competitors.

Planters Soda

Soda planters asked, “Can peanuts be a drink?” with courage A short-lived experiment in the 1920s was the Planters brand of peanut-flavored drinks. Although novel, the idea never caught on with the general soda-drinking public, and Planter’s Soda quickly faded into soda history.

Snapple Elements

Snapple Elements’ goal was to distill nature’s spirit into a carbonated beverage container. A distinctive taste experience was promised with flavors such as “Fire” (cinnamon), “Rain” (bubblegum with exploding candy), and “Earth” (mixed berries). While the novelty could not be denied, buyers were still unsure of how the pieces related to each other. Snapple Elements had a brief existence before failing.

Clearly Canadian Black Cherry

Undoubtedly, the Canadian black cherry gave a taste of our northern neighbor. Among the various cherry sodas currently available in the market, this black cherry drink stands out for its crisp and refreshing flavor profile. The distinctly Canadian black cherry, however, slowly disappeared from store shelves south of the border due to intense competition.

Fresca Black Cherry

Another contender in the black cherry soda wars was Fresca Black Cherry. Crispness was the primary goal of the Clearly Canadian, while the Fresca Black Cherry had a stronger, sweeter flavor. Fresca Black Cherry, although a unique flavor, failed to establish a lasting presence and eventually disappeared from store shelves.

Nestle Chocolate Cherry Capri Sun

It wasn’t just a juice pouch – Nestlé Chocolate Cherry Capri Sun was unique. This unique gift combines the tartness of cherries with the rich flavor of chocolate in handy, portable packaging. Younger drinkers find a niche for Chocolate Cherry Capri Sun, ideal for lunchboxes and on-the-go beverages. But finally, his appeals rejected, it disappeared from store shelves.

Mello Yello Toasted Coconut

A traditional Mellow Yellow recipe given a tropical twist with Mellow Yellow Toasted Coconut. This limited-edition flavor promises a taste of heaven with a blend of citrus and creamy coconut. Some liked the novelty, while others thought the taste was a bit odd. After a while, Mellow Yellow Toasted Coconut couldn’t compete with the taste of the original Mellow Yellow.

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