just average

Pepsi does not have the exact taste like coca cola and it is not my go to but will drink it if there are no other alternatives. I don't even have this when eating KFC!

Just ain't for me

My mom has always told me that if i wanted to drink soda it had to be light. When I asked why, she simply replied that it was better than drinking dark soda. I wondered how this could be if both drinks contained a good amount of sugar. Is lighter soda a healthier option as opposed to dark soda or should people steer clear from both?

When determining which is “healthier” it comes down to the contents of light and dark soda. What sets apart dark soda from light soda are the ingredients caffeine and phosphoric acid. Caffeine and phosphoric acid are the sources of several health concerns. Caffeine can cause an increase in heart rate… phosphoric acid can be damaging and taxing on the kidneys, as reported from the University of Virginia Health System. But keep in mind there are exceptions, Root Beer and Sunkist Grape Soda both dark drinks do not contain caffeine putting them on the same level as some lighter drinks. Lighter drinks as well have their exceptions with one of the ingredients in Mountain Dew being caffeine.

Now just because some light and dark sodas do not contain caffeine doesn’t mean that there are no health risk. Both drinks do contain sweetener so the best choice would be to choose a soda that is made with natural sugars. So, when it comes down to which is healthier, it all depends on the ingredients and “how much is too much?”(Editors of the Huffington Post Healthy Living), not the color of the drink. There are several factors that should be taken into consideration when drinking soda regarding ones health. Both light and dark soda can be harmful to those who have blood sugar and kidney issues (Sundstrom). The effects of caffeine and phosphoric acid as mentioned before can lead to: damage in the kidneys, diabetes, or hyperglycemia. After reading this research on the ingredients these drinks contain, I will just take a water.

For the odd treat

Being an individual more focused on fitness I would not recommend excessive consumption of this product. It does have an initial thirst quenching taste but is loaded with sugar and all around not good for you.

Not a fan of pop anyways - but gross!

Pepsi makes my tongue feel strange and my teeth gritty and dry. It is so sugary I can barely swallow it. However, most pop types in this category are the same. Pepsi is an okay product for its value (price), but I would only drink it if there were no other options.

I like Pepsi.

I love Pepsi, been drinking since i was a kid! With that said lately when i buy a case the pop usually its so flat or "off" tasting that i can't drink it. Mind you it's not everytime... i buy 5 cases and out of them 3 cases are good but the 2 bad and not even drinkable! Hopefully this can get figured out soon, as i have brought it to their attention.

I am definitely a Pepsi over Coke kind of person - but carbonated beverages are so bad for you! Have you looked at the ingredients list? The taste is pretty good and you can purchase the product for fairly cheap but with no real nutritional content, is it worth it?

This is my family's favourite soft drink - just not mine. I don't hate it, but Coke is my preferred gaseous beverage. That being said, I will drink Pepsi if Coke isn't an option because it is slightly similar in taste since it still is a cola - it's just not as good. I find that Pepsi is far too sweet, and worse so very gassy, but it doesn't have the same drying after taste effect that some other pops have (particularly fruity pop drinks) so that's a plus. I still think it's a decent beverage [to have occasionally], it's just not the best out there.

I used to really like Pepsi but over the last few years the taste has changed. I dont know if it's the removal of some additives and artificial flavors but it's just not right anymore. I find the fizz doesn't last very long and you don't get that fizz burn in your throat when you drink too much at once - not that it's pleasant but I miss it. As it stands today, coke is winning this battle, and that's a real shame.

I really do not like Pepsi. I much prefer Coke, and Diet Coke is best. Regular Pepsi is far too sweet and has too many calories for my liking. You can often get it on sale.

Pepsi isn't my first choice when it comes to soda.
I usually choose Coke over Pepsi. Every once and awhile I
crave that extra fizz and I go for a Pepsi. It seems more
bubbly to me than a Coke.