10 Old-Fashioned Sodas You Forgot You Loved — Eat This Not That

By Ghuman

Introduction

Ah, the nostalgia of old-fashioned sodas! From the classic root beer to the beloved cream soda, these drinks have been around for decades and have been a favorite of many generations. Whether you’re looking for a sweet treat or a refreshing beverage, these 10 old-fashioned sodas are sure to bring back fond memories. From the classic Dr. Pepper to the unique Orange Crush, these sodas are sure to satisfy your cravings. So, grab a glass and get ready to take a trip down memory lane with these 10 old-fashioned sodas you forgot you loved!

10 Old-Fashioned Sodas You Forgot You Loved

Do you remember the days when you could get a delicious, ice-cold soda from the corner store? Those days may be gone, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy some of the classic sodas you used to love. Here are 10 old-fashioned sodas you may have forgotten about, but are sure to bring back some fond memories.

1. Moxie

Moxie is a classic soda that has been around since 1876. It has a unique flavor that is a combination of herbs, spices, and wintergreen. It’s a great choice for those who like a unique and flavorful soda.

2. Nehi

Nehi is a classic soda that has been around since 1924. It has a sweet and fruity flavor that is sure to please. It comes in a variety of flavors, including orange, grape, and peach.

3. Dad’s Root Beer

Dad’s Root Beer is a classic soda that has been around since 1937. It has a unique flavor that is a combination of sassafras, licorice, and wintergreen. It’s a great choice for those who like a unique and flavorful soda.

4. Bubble Up

Bubble Up is a classic soda that has been around since 1919. It has a unique flavor that is a combination of lemon-lime and ginger. It’s a great choice for those who like a unique and flavorful soda.

5. Dr. Brown’s Cel-Ray

Dr. Brown’s Cel-Ray is a classic soda that has been around since 1869. It has a unique flavor that is a combination of celery and ginger. It’s a great choice for those who like a unique and flavorful soda.

6. Squirt

Squirt is a classic soda that has been around since 1938. It has a unique flavor that is a combination of grapefruit and lemon-lime. It’s a great choice for those who like a unique and flavorful soda.

7. Faygo

Faygo is a classic soda that has been around since 1907. It has a unique flavor that is a combination of fruit and spices. It’s a great choice for those who like a unique and flavorful soda.

8. Nesbitt’s

Nesbitt’s is a classic soda that has been around since 1924. It has a unique flavor that is a combination of orange and lemon-lime. It’s a great choice for those who like a unique and flavorful soda.

9. Sun Drop

Sun Drop is a classic soda that has been around since 1927. It has a unique flavor that is a combination of lemon-lime and orange. It’s a great choice for those who like a unique and flavorful soda.

10. RC Cola

RC Cola is a classic soda that has been around since 1905. It has a unique flavor that is a combination of cola and spices. It’s a great choice for those who like a unique and flavorful soda.

So, if you’re looking for a classic soda to enjoy, why not try one of these old-fashioned favorites? You may be surprised at how much you enjoy them!

For a lot of us, when we were growing up, soda wasn’t a totally forbidden food, but a special treat enjoyed at a picnic, party, or some other fun celebration. That’s probably why we crave and fondly remember those sweet, tasty, old-fashioned sodas all these years later. 

Some of these colas and sodas are long gone from store shelves, but others are still available if you know where to look. Do you remember how much you loved these 10 sodas as a kid? Read on and see how many you’ve tried. Plus, don’t miss 12 Discontinued Sodas That Returned After Customer Outcry.

moxie soda
Courtesy of Moxie

The official soda of Maine (yes, really!), Moxie was created in the state in 1884 and you can still try the sweet and faintly bitter soda today.

RC cola
Shutterstock

This vintage soda has deep roots in the south, where even today it’s enjoyed with a Moon Pie. Created in Georgia by a pharmacist in 1905 (he was sick of selling Coca-Cola), the makers also created Nehi soda. 

frostie soda
Walmart

Created in Maryland in 1939, by the 1950s it was being bottled at 300 plants across the US. Frostie was available in Root Beer, Cherry Limeade, Vanilla Root Beer, Blue Creme, and other sweet flavors.

Dad's Old Fashioned Root Beer
Dad’s Old Fashioned Root Beer / Facebook

Dad’s Root Beer was created in Chicago in 1937, and that familiar flavor is still popular today. Dad’s also makes cream soda, orange cream soda, blue cream soda, and red cream soda, as well as lemon-lime soda Bubble Up.

Hires Root Beer
Walmart

Sadly, you can’t find this classic American root beer anywhere anymore. One of the first sodas developed and sold at classic soda fountains, Hires was eventually bought by the company that owns A&W and shuttered.

RELATED: 15 Discontinued Fruit Sodas You’ll Sadly Never See Again

Nehi Soda
Amazon

Most of us remember the three main flavors of Nehi Soda—grape, peach, and orange—which paired perfectly with an afterschool snack. Created in 1924, the sweet drink is still available, but primarily by the case on Amazon.

Cheerwine
Courtesy of Cheerwine

Another Southern classic, this bright red soda with the wild cherry flavor was created during World War I and remains a popular favorite. We think this particular soda pairs extraordinarily well with BBQ. 

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Jolt Cola
Amazon

Created in 1985, Jolt was the precursor to energy drinks like Red Bull and Monster, with high levels of caffeine and sugar—with a sweet cola taste.

RELATED: 16 Old-Fashioned Chocolate Desserts That Everyone (Secretly) Loves

Vernors
Target

If you had a stomach ache as a kid, chances are your mom or grandma would give you a little glass of Vernor’s to settle your stomach. Created in 1866, Vernon’s Ginger Ale is the oldest soda pop in America, and it’s still on store shelves!

aspen soda in glass with apple slice
PepsiCo/YouTube

This soda, with a “tantalizing snap of apple,” was popular in the 1970s, but you won’t see it on store shelves today.

It’s safe to say that the heyday of soda is over, but we can still remember these old-fashioned sweet sips fondly.

Tanya Edwards

Tanya Edwards is a seasoned food and health journalist, who has held roles at Yahoo Health as Managing Editor and at Food Network as Programming Director. Read more about Tanya