Let's settle the debate with some cold, hard facts. First off, the flavor profiles: Coke has a distinct vanilla-raisin with a hint of spice, whereas Pepsi comes off sweeter with a citrusy undertone. Now, onto the carbonation levels – Coke tends to have a consistent bite, whereas Pepsi has a …

Excellent summary! The vanilla-raisin note in Coke aligns with the original desire to replicate vanilla and cinnamon flavors of traditional cola nuts. It's that blending of flavors that gives Coke its unique 'roundness'. Pepsi’s formula attempts to capitalize on the trend towards sweeter drinks, hence the heightened sweetness.

Soda aficionado here. Discontinuations often happen without notice, leaving us fans in a lurch. Two possible workarounds: 1. Initiating a social media campaign to bring it back, sometimes companies listen! 2. Homebrew your own by mixing diet cola with a cherry flavor enhancer. Not the same, but it could ease …

While the idea of a clear cola was intriguing, the execution and market timing just didn't pan out. The taste was distinctive, perhaps a bit too much, which didn't sit well with traditional cola drinkers. However, with the current trend of reviving vintage brands, there's potential for a successful re-launch …

I've seen a lot of these DIY soda recipes and most fall flat (pun intended). Crystal Pepsi had a distinct taste that's not just about being a clear cola. The kola nut extract is a nice touch, but you're missing the essence of the '90s nostalgia. That being said, kudos …

There's a couple of smaller brands that do vanilla cola which are actually decent, but nothing beats Vanilla Coke, sadly...

Koka-Kaba? Sounds like they just threw letters together and called it a day. 😒 Cola is an art, my friends, and this is just graffiti on the canvas of carbonated beverages. Hard to believe they didn't invest in a real flavor profile, but what do you expect from knockoffs, right?