2024’s trending drinks

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If you’ve ever stood in front of the drinks aisle wondering what’s hot right now, the answer is: flavour, flavour, flavour. According to the latest BSDA 2024 Annual Report, UK consumers are embracing a broader, bolder range of tastes — with some clear winners bubbling to the top. here are 2024’s Trending Flavours.

At Florida Syrups, we keep our finger on the pulse of soft drink trends so you can mix up the freshest flavours at home using your Sodastream or Soda Stream machine. Whether you’re into the classics or crave something more adventurous, here’s a look at what’s trending — and how to enjoy it with our Sodastream-compatible syrups.

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🍹 1. Cola Still Reigns Supreme

No surprise here — Cola accounts for over 55% of all carbonated flavour sales in the UK. This classic remains a firm favourite thanks to its rich, bold profile and unbeatable refreshment.

🧊 Try This at Home: Mix Florida Syrups Cola flavour with your Sodastream for the ultimate homemade fizzy drink. Want to switch it up? Add a dash of lime or a shot of sour cherry for a twist.

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🍊 2. Orange Flavoured Drinks Are Going Strong

Orange remains one of the most versatile and well-loved flavours, especially in both carbonated and dilutable categories. It’s sweet, sharp, and perfect for all ages.

🧊 Try This at Home: Our Orange syrup is ideal for making your own Fanta-style soda. It’s refreshing, nostalgic, and easy to dial up or down in intensity.

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🍋 3. Clear Lemonade & Lemon/Lime Are On the Rise

Zesty, light, and super refreshing — lemon-based drinks are seeing a major resurgence. Lemon/Lime flavoured carbonates are among the top-selling non-cola drinks in 2023.

🧊 Try This at Home: Create your own lemonade with our Sour Lemon or Lemon-Lime syrup. Pair with sparkling water, mint, or even fresh cucumber for a cooling summer drink.

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🍇 4. Blackcurrant & Apple: The Underdog Favourite

Especially popular in the dilutables category, blackcurrant and apple-based flavours tap into a comforting, nostalgic taste profile that UK consumers love.

🧊 Try This at Home: Florida Syrups’ Blackcurrant-Apple blend is perfect for families, kids, or even in slushies. It’s one of the most versatile Sodastream syrup flavours in our range.

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🍒 5. Cherry & Cola Mashups Are Trending

Cola is great — but Cola + Cherry is greater. Flavoured cola variants, especially cherry and vanilla, are proving increasingly popular as people seek something familiar with a twist.

🧊 Try This at Home: Mix Florida Syrups Cola with a splash of Sour Cherry or Raspberry. Add crushed ice and a wedge of lime for a café-style drink at home.

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🔥 Bonus Trend: Bold, Sour, and Exotic Flavours

Sour Watermelon. Pineapple & Coconut. Dragonfruit. UK consumers are stepping outside the comfort zone, and Florida Syrups is here for it.

🧊 Try This at Home: Use our Sour Watermelon syrup to make a sharp, refreshing drink that pairs brilliantly with sparkling water or citrus slices.

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Bring These Flavours to Life — Your Way

The best part? You don’t need to buy countless bottles from the shop. With Florida Syrups and your Sodastream, you can:

• Mix your own low-calorie soft drinks at home
• Customise strength, fizz, and flavour combos
• Save money and reduce packaging waste

🛒 Explore our full range of Sodastream-compatible syrups and bring 2024’s favourite flavours into your kitchen — one fizzy glass at a time. 2024’s Trending Flavours can be bought!