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9 Fruit Juices You Should Be Pairing With Bourbon

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:17:00 +0000

We've rounded up several fruit juices that you should pair with bourbon, including a variety of common options along with some more unexpected choices.

Coke Vs Pepsi: Why The Powerhouse Sodas Taste Different

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andrea Carlo) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:17:00 +0000

A cola is a cola, so why do two of the biggest names in the business (specifically, Coke and Pepsi) taste so markedly different from each other?

10 Of The Best Drinks You Can Buy At Dollar Tree

staff@foodrepublic.com (Sophie Morelli) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:02:00 +0000

Dollar Tree has a surprising amount of drinks stocked on its shelves, and these are the best ones you can buy from there, according to online shoppers.

Here's The Average Shelf Life Of Soda

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:17:00 +0000

You can leave your soda sitting in the fridge or pantry for awhile, but if you want it at its best, it's recommended to enjoy it within this amount of time.

The 9 Best Classic Sodas You Can Find At Cracker Barrel

staff@foodrepublic.com (Molly E. Sandwell) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Cracker Barrel is more than just a sit-down restaurant. You can also peruse the country store section for old-fashioned sodas. These are the best ones there.

Beat The Heat With This Retro Roman Beverage

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andrea Carlo) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:17:00 +0000

The Romans taught us many things, but they also mastered one way to beat the heat, all of which can be traced back to one refreshing, retro-coded beverage.

How Many Pomegranates You Need To Make A Glass Of Pomegranate Juice

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Pomegranates are notoriously messy to eat and juice. Here are the most effective ways to get a glass of pomegranate juice, plus how many aerils you'll need.

Make Better Root Beer Floats With An Easy Extra Step

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:17:00 +0000

Root beer floats are a summer classic for a reason: Complex, tasty, and refreshing, you can actually take them up a notch with one easy step.

Cowboys In The Old West Loved This Tried-And-True Classic Drink

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Sure, cowboys and drinks like whiskey might go hand in hand, but there's another (nonalcoholic) drink that they were also famous for drinking.

This 2-Ingredient Watermelon Drink Is A Summer Crowd-Pleaser

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:17:00 +0000

Summer is here and the weather is only getting hotter. Keep cool and refreshed with this oh-so simple two-ingredient watermelon drink that can please a crowd.

Monster Vs Coffee: Which Energy-Boosting Drink Has More Caffeine?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 20:17:00 +0000

Coffee may be the most famous vessel, but caffeine comes from a wide array of sources, ranging from chocolate and tea to Monster energy drinks.

This 2-Ingredient Chocolate Soda Fountain Drink Deserves A Second Act

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jennifer Waldera) — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Back in the day, when soda fountains ruled drugstores, there was a two-ingredient chocolate soda that was incredibly popular. It deserves a comeback.

How To Make A Refreshing Lemon Slushy For Summer With Just 2 Ingredients

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:17:00 +0000

As the weather grows warmer, it's time for frozen drinks to cool us down! To make a delightful lemon slushy, you just need these two ingredients.

This Tropical Fruit Makes Lemonade Even More Of A Summer Beverage

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 21:17:00 +0000

As the months get warmer, lemonade starts making a very appealing appearance at many of our tables. To really usher summer in, add this tropical fruit.

How To Make Lemonade Even More Summery With One Ingredient

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Take your favorite lemonade to the next level this summer with one luscious ingredient that's equal parts refreshing and deliciously creamy.

When Ordering A Coffee Cabinet In Rhode Island, Don't Expect Furniture

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Sun, 31 May 2026 16:17:00 +0000

While the name might evoke images of wooden furniture to an outsider, the coffee cabinet is actually one of Rhode Island's most deeply cherished traditions.

The Best-Selling Energy Drink In The US Is A Classic

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Sat, 23 May 2026 18:17:00 +0000

The best-selling energy drink in the United States of America is a classic, and it's probably the one you think of when you hear "energy drink."

These 3 Trader Joe's Ingredients Create A Perfect Summer Mocktail

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jennifer Waldera) — Wed, 06 May 2026 23:17:00 +0000

You only need three Trader Joe's ingredients to create this refreshing summer mocktail, and there are plenty of easy ways to customize the flavor.

The Mystery Behind Why This Fast Food Chain Sells 7Up Over Sprite

staff@foodrepublic.com (Audrey Freedman) — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 23:17:00 +0000

While In-N-Out first offered Pepsi-Cola products, the company switched to Coca-Cola in the early '90s - yet it still serves 7Up instead of Sprite. Why?

What Are The Coca-Cola Machine Cameras Actually Recording?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:17:00 +0000

Coca-Cola launched its Freestyle machines over a decade ago, but many didn't notice that there is a camera right there, in the machine itself.