While you are sipping on your favorite classic cola, there’s a whole world of bizarre soda flavors out there. Yup, it’s the flavors you’d never expect, just like those from ice cream. We’ve traveled all around the world to bring you 14 of the strangest soda flavors ever. Get your lists ready and list down some of the strangest ones to try on your next trip. Who knows? You might end up loving them.
14. Avery’s Totally Gross Soda
Did you know that Avery’s is one of the oldest soda bottling companies? Yup, they started carbonating their drinks in New Britain, Connecticut, in 1904. It’s the same barn they’ve been using today to create the wackiest soda flavors ever. They have a Totally Gross soda line, which features flavors: kiwi-pineapple Bug Barf, pink passionfruit and lime Fungal Fruit, or strawberry and orange Zombie Brain Juice.
13. Mr. Q. Cumber
Cucumber lovers would love to try this soda. Mr. Q. Cumber features a soda mix of natural cucumber extract with sugar cane and sparkling water. It’s said to have a similar fruity taste to Sprite but with no artificial anything. It was first introduced in 2009 by Florida-based Global Beverage Enterprises and has a following of people who came to love its taste.
12. Big Red
What makes this Texas signature soda bizarre is its taste of Hubba Bubba bubblegum on a hot summer day. Big Red is actually a bright red cream soda that’s been a staple at Lone Star barbecue joints. It features plenty of sugar with hints of lemon, orange, and vanilla. The color is said to match strawberry soda, but newbies tend to be surprised by its creaminess.
11. Moxie
Moxie is considered to be one of the longest continuously produced sodas in the U.S. It’s known for its bitter taste with notes of black licorice. Maine claimed Moxie to be its official soft drink in 2005, and it reached an even wider audience when Coca-Cola bought the brand in 2018. Fun fact: Moxie was actually first marketed as a solution for nerves when Dr. Augustin Thompson introduced the brand in 1876.
10. Hubba Bubba Original Bubble Gum Soda
Yup, it’s under the same brand that made the iconic bubble gum. When Steve Roeder secured the rights to create a Hubba Bubba replica from Wrigley, it was rumored to be from a bubblegum-flavored snowcone that’s blended with club soda. What’s funny is that this sugary drink even released a diet version, much like other soda brands. Some fans still keep unopened cans as collectible items.
9. Wonderfarm Bird’s Nest White Fungus Soda
This Vietnamese soda is made for the adventurous. It’s actually made with the nests of swiftlet birds, and if you think about it, it’s created from the birds’ hardened saliva! There are also chunks of white fungus added to the soda. The taste is said to be mild with a vanilla-like flavor and chewy gelatin consistency.
8. Rocket Fizz Grass Soda
Ever wonder what freshly cut grass tastes like? Try the Rocket Fizz Grass Soda, which is a novelty soda “Mowed & Bottled in the US.” It’s also made with mountain spring water and pure cane sugar. The taste is said to be close to wheatgrass with a hint of green apple. Surprisingly palatable, right?
7. Dr. Brown’s Cel-Ray Soda
Dr. Brown’s Cel-Ray soda was invented in New York City. It was inspired by Dr. Brown’s celery tonics to aid digestion. It was said to taste like sweet ginger ale with a peppery pinch of celery seeds. It was introduced in 1868 and became a signature drink at Jewish delis around New York. It pairs well with deli favorites like pastrami and Reuben sandwiches.
6. Lester’s Fixings Buffalo Wing Soda
Lester Fixings is known for its bizarre soda flavor, but Buffalo Wing remains their ambitious one yet. The soda is said to taste like orange with a peppery finish that lingers long after the last sip. It smells like Cajun seasoning, which is perfect for Buffalo wing lovers. Other flavors by the same brand are bacon, maple syrup, mustard, and ranch dressing.
5. Pepsi Black Cherry Chocolate Gummy Flavor
Back in 2024, PepsiCo Japan released a limited-edition flavor of Black Cherry Chocolate Gummy. It was said to taste like a bag of two-week-old Halloween candy as it combines all the aromas and tastes. Unfortunately, even a trip to Japan won’t get you this Pepsi flavor as they’ve long flown off the shelves.
4. Curry Ramune Soda
Japanese soda brand Ramune is known for their fruity flavors. However, they also have their fair share of savory sides, and one of them is the curry flavor. Surprisingly, this soda has a mild taste with a faint curry smell. It’s different from a Japanese curry, but it’s an interesting take on the dish. If you’re a soda lover traveling to Japan, then this flavor is definitely a must-try.
3. Kimchi Ramune Soda
Another bizarre flavor from Ramune is the kimchi one. It’s a soda take on the fermented cabbage dish, featuring its flavor. Ramune has captured the fermented kick of kimchi with the perfect balance of soda carbonation. Add this to your list of must-try in Japan if you plan to go anytime soon.
2. Jones Soda Co. Turkey & Gravy Soda
Jones Soda is no stranger to bizarre flavorings, but their Turkey & Gravy Soda might be the infamous creation yet. Well, it was released in 2003 as the brand’s limited-edition holiday flavor and sold out almost immediately. Those who tried a sip said that it has an unappealing meat flavor with subtle sweetness overpowered by Splenda. Interestingly, they re-released the flavor in 2022 for their 25th anniversary. Imagine your Thanksgiving meal in a soda form!
1. Perfy Pepperoni Pizza Soda
Forget pizza and soda, just mash them both with this bizarre flavor from Perfy. The Pepperoni Pizza Soda features cheesy pepperoni pizza flavored in a fizzy drink. It’s a fun way to challenge your taste buds and turn the moment into Pizza Friday!