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Unique Soda Flavors from Mom and Pop Soda Shoppe

June 15, 2024
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Unique Soda Flavors from Mom and Pop Soda Shoppe

Kevin and I recently had the opportunity to sample three distinct beverages from a local soda shop, courtesy of Michael. These included chocolate cola, chocolate cream, and chocolate root beer. Previously, we had reviewed several popcorn flavors from the same shop, such as H Pizza Pepper Pop and Jalapeno Bubblegum.

One notable aspect of these drinks was the absence of distributor information on their labels, which struck us as unusual. While they proudly advertised being made with real cane sugar and being caffeine-free, crucial details such as the product's origin were missing.

Let's delve into our tasting experience:

1. Chocolate Cola: This drink left much to be desired. It lacked a pronounced chocolate flavor and instead tasted somewhat artificial, reminiscent of a flat RC Cola. Kevin noted a preference for traditional RC Cola over this variation.

2. Chocolate Cream: This beverage was the most disappointing of the three. It had an overpowering taste that resembled vinegar and cough syrup rather than the anticipated chocolate and vanilla blend.

3. Chocolate Root Beer: In contrast to the other two, this drink offered a more pleasant experience. It retained the familiar root beer flavor with a subtle hint of additional ingredients, which did not detract from its overall appeal.

Despite their intriguing aromas, none of the drinks delivered a distinctly chocolatey taste. This discrepancy between scent and flavor was a recurring theme throughout our tasting session.

In conclusion, while taste preferences are subjective, these particular flavors did not resonate with us. The chocolate cream, in particular, was challenging to enjoy. We appreciate Michael sending us these samples to try, and based on our experience, we would recommend exploring Mom and Pop Soda Shop's popcorn offerings instead.


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