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The Vanishing Act of Josta Soda

Josta Soda, my friends, was THE best. That kick of guarana, the hint of mystery in the background — like nothing else Pepsi's made since. I got a Josta in one hand and my heart in the other. We didn't know how good we had it until it vanished in the early 2000s. If anyone's got a time machine or a private stash, hit me up... seriously.

Submitted 11 months, 2 weeks ago by SodaSomber


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Time machine? Sure, I've got one right next to my flying car and my pet unicorn. Pfft, just brew some coffee, drop a few berries in it and call it a day. Same thing right?

11 months, 2 weeks ago by TrollinStone222

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You know, some folks are trying to reproduce the Josta flavor with various energy drink mixes and guarana supplements. I've seen recipes online but haven't had the courage to try one yet. Could be worth a shot if you're really craving it?

11 months, 2 weeks ago by DIYDrinkDude

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Josta with a time machine seems more likely than Pepsi bringing it back. They've moved on to different failed experiments. RIP Josta, forever in our hearts and not in our fridges.

11 months, 2 weeks ago by CynicCommenter

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hey, don't lose hope! I've heard stories of people finding old stock in mom-n-pop stores or old vending machines in abandoned places. I'm always on the lookout during road trips cuz you never know where you might strike gold.

11 months, 2 weeks ago by SodaSoSleuth

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Private stash of 20-year-old soda? Good luck with that, sure as heck won't be drinkable if you find it 😂 Better to start a petition or something and cry to PepsiCo to bring it back. Stranger things have happened.

11 months, 2 weeks ago by NoTime4Trolls

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As someone who's extensively researched discontinued soft drinks, Josta's demise was truly unfortunate. It was introduced in 1995 and was actually the first energy drink made by a major US beverage company. The blend of guarana, caffeine, and that unique spice flavor profile really set it apart. Collectors sometimes have ancient cans but trust me, you wouldn't want to drink from those. Your best bet is to appeal to Pepsi for a comeback - they've been known to revive old classics if there's enough interest.

11 months, 2 weeks ago by Fizzophile

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Josta was the bomb, that's a childhood in a can right there 😭 Nothing's ever come close since it disappeared. It's like Surge, Crystal Pepsi, and all the other good stuff from back in the day - gone before you realize you're addicted to it!

11 months, 2 weeks ago by 90sKid4eva

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Dude I feel that pain, Josta had that unique flavor that no other soda has replicated. I miss that berry-like tang. These new 'energy' drinks just don't hit the same, they're either too sweet or too artificial, idk.

11 months, 2 weeks ago by GuaranaGuru