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The problem with generic sodas is that because they vary from place to place, it's hard to know when you're going to get a good one. Fortunately, they're usually inexpensive enough that even if the soda isn't that great, you're only out about a quarter, but I still like to know where I can get a good one. For example, Safeway Select sodas are always on sale and are very good, not to mention that they seem to come in an almost endless number of flavors (though you might want to think twice before buying the diet orange). It's worth picking up a six pack or four when you have a chance.
Do you buy store brand sodas, and if so, tell us where in the comments.
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9-07-2006 @4:59PM DJ Bill M said... I like Kroger's Big K Diet Citrus Drop, quite a bit like Diet Mountain Dew. At 59 cents for a 2-liter bottle it's half the price of Diet Mountain Dew. Wal-Mart used to have Diet Mountain Lighting but quit making it, it was a close second to Kroger, so I've been drinking the Kroger since Wal-Mart stopped. Very rarely do I get the Diet Mountain Dew unless it's the only thing available. Just don't see paying more than a penny an ounce for ANY soda, Krogers 2-liters are best for the price.
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9-07-2006 @5:03PM Jimmie Lindsey said... I always turned my nose up at the "store brands" till several years ago I was introduced, kicking and screaming to Sam's/Wally's cola. Wow, I could not believe how good it was, and now I prefer it to Coke & Pespi!! I also stock Sam's Twist Up! Much better than 7UP or Sprite. Not to mention the great price!! So there is an option to the high priced, over rated Big Brands! Check it out!
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9-07-2006 @5:07PM Justin said... Aint nothing like the real thing!!!!
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9-07-2006 @5:06PM Bob said... I buy Wegman's diet sodas. I haven't found a better tasting root beer anywhere else. Basically their colas are better than Coke or Pepsi.
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9-07-2006 @5:11PM Ron said... Ever since i lost my job a year ago i started to buy sam's cola from walmart. was alot cheaper than paying over 6 bucks a case for pepsi. even when i found another job i still buy the sams it just tastes great.
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9-07-2006 @5:16PM Irma Stuart said... Real Coke has gotten sooo expensive so I always buy WalMarts Sams Diet Caffene Free. It tastes great and just as good.
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9-07-2006 @5:23PM Linda said... Safeway Brand GO2Cola is great was a coke drinker diet caffeine free but now drink this Safeway Brand an it is great an 48 cans for 5 dollars isn't bad at all.
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9-07-2006 @5:34PM Lalloou said... I see many references to Walmart sodas. Is it canned or bottled in the US???? Or do we need to be wary of the process from another country? Is it made with "safe" water???? Or contaminants from foreign countries. I do not trust Walmart.
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9-07-2006 @5:26PM TesO said... Why has all Diet soda contain Splenda? It IS sugar. I am a diabetic and all sugar free ice cream is also made with Splenda which IS sugar!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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9-07-2006 @5:28PM Tori said... I am a big fan of the Sam's Choice-Walmart brand. We happened to be out though, and stopped by the Winn Dixie (in Florida) and they were having a sale on their brand, Chek Cola. We got a bunch of different flavors. All the following references are for DIET drinks, btw: I think the coke knockoff, the lime coke and the vanilla coke are HORRIBLE, the root beer, creme soda and ginger ale are OK to PRETTY GOOD, but some of the others, Grape, Strawberry and the Doctor Pepper knock off in particular, are REALLY REALLY GOOD, almost a yummy treat rather than a beverage! Stay away from that diet with lime, though...AGGGHHH!
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9-07-2006 @5:34PM sharon lisk said... diet dr. thunder from walmart, we get it for 50 cents a 2 liter bottle. Even the hubby thinks it tastes the same, and he requires diet pepsi in a can, period, but when we're in the car he'll grab my cup of soda and drink it without comment or complaint.
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9-07-2006 @6:10PM Fay said... We buy nothing but Kroger brand. The citrus drop is way better than mountain dew Mountain dew goes flat quick and the vanilla coke and Lime coke is better than Coca Cola. The Dr. K from Kroger is the best. Save-a-lot has great Dr.Pop. We rarely buy name brand.
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9-07-2006 @5:32PM Tom said... Winn-Dixies Check cream soda beats all the national brands.
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9-07-2006 @7:06PM Lanie said... The Dr. Pepper expert in my household likes Dr. Publix. Personally, this cola person prefers Rite Diet Zero, which has zero caffiene as well as calories. Rite Diet products may be regional (South). They make a wonderful White Grape diet soda that is out of this world.
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9-07-2006 @5:38PM Sally said... I'm a diehard Coca-Cola fan, whether it's 'original' or 'caffeine free'. My problem with other brands isn't always flavor, it's the amount (or lack of) carbonation. If it's not fizzy, I don't enjoy it. Most brands I've tried are lacking the fizz. Any ideas?
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9-07-2006 @7:47PM Amy said... Shoppers Food Warehouse makes a cream soda that is the best anywhere. And at $1.00 for a 3liter bottle it can't be beat. What I really want now is off brand flavored water-still waiting.
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9-07-2006 @5:41PM Jim Widell said... Winn Dixie Chek sodas ROCK!
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9-07-2006 @5:41PM suzanne said... When did HEB add a store Cola that was actually made by Coca-Cola? They used to be made in San Antonio by their own company. Anyways when I was still addicted to soft drinks I made sure to stock up on Diet Dr B from HEB everytime I went back to Texas. I preferred the taste (and the price to any other soft drink). Plus it was from HEB.
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9-07-2006 @5:49PM tim said... Drink, Drink, all you want, but the BEST line of sodas on the market is SPRECHER GOURMET SODAS bottled in Milwaukee Wisconsin Bar none!! Check'em OUT!! www.SPRECHERSODAS.COM
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9-07-2006 @11:50PM Al Fuscarino said... ShopRite cola 3 liter bottle sodium free for $.89 a bottle You can't beat the taste for the price.
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