Review: Pepsi Throwback (December 2009 Rerelease)
Jan 1st, 2010 by Steve
Good News! As of March 2011, both Pepsi Throwback and Mountain Dew Throwback are permanent additions to the Pepsi lineup!
After you read our review of Pepsi Throwback below, check out our Mountain Dew Throwback review
2009 will go down as the year among beverage enthusiasts as the year we finally saw mainstream reinforcement of the sugar vs. high fructose corn syrup flavor experience. With the April release of Pepsi Throwback and Mountain Dew Throwback, we saw a widespread distribution of a niche product that used "real" or "natural" sugar, however you believe the marketing spin (it's a combination of cane and beet sugar, for those wondering).
Pepsi Throwback – December 2009 design
The Throwbacks were with us for an 8 week run… and then disappeared, much to our dismay. Based on all the comments posted here on BevReview, as well as on Twitter and Facebook, we weren't alone in that thought! Even the folks at National Public Radio were interested; they interviewed us on the air!
Thus when Pepsi announced in August that we'd see another limited return of the Throwbacks starting in December, there was much rejoicing! Things got more exciting when we started to see the improved designs that both products featured, making up for the poorly-executed visual design we saw in April. With these new looks, the "new" Throwbacks should stand out in the marketplace more effectively.
That said, the rereleased Pepsi Throwback is finally here!
Let's start by taking a look at the new label design. In Pepsi's original announcements in August, they mentioned that we'd see the "Same formula, but cooler vintage look!" (Facebook) and "With the same formula, but new awesome vintage look!" (Twitter).
Pepsi Throwback – April 2009 design
Long gone is the blue label color that was used in the April release. Instead, we've actually gone retro, somewhat in the spirit of the prototype Pepsi Throwback design. The Pepsi logo in the December 2009 version of Throwback seems to be a callback to the 1971 vs. the 1987 version seen on the prototype bottle (note the differences in the "PEPSI" font, especially the way the "E" is crafted).
Pepsi Throwback Comparison: Prototype, April 2009, & December 2009 Designs
The logo and branding is now set horizontally instead of vertical and sideways, more in line with standard can design, which was more popular back then vs. the 20 oz. bottles which dominate sales today.
Careful observers will also note a change in the way sugar is described. You'll recall the April 2009 version of Pepsi Throwback referred to the product as "made with natural sugar", however now we have a callout to being "made with real sugar" (just likethe prototype originally noted). Of course, the use of this language seems a lot clearer vs. the question of "just what is natural sugar?" If the formula stays the same as has been previously shared, it should still be a combination of cane and beet sugar. Ironically, the use of the "real sugar" line may also prompt potential customers to ask, "so, if this is real sugar, what was the stuff in Pepsi before?" I'm sure the folks over at the Corn Refiners Association would love to answer that question.
Rounding out the new design is a nice yellow callout banner on the retro logo denoting that this product is "Throwback" and available for a "Limited Time Only".
Moving on to the taste. I'm happy to report that the same flavor we experienced with the April 2009 release of Pepsi Throwback is back. There was no noticeable change to the taste. Because of that, I'm going to repost my notes from that original review:
Well, I'd like you to envision drinking a HFCS Pepsi. Now remove the syrupy residue that enters your mouth during the middle part of your tasting experience, as well as the aftertaste. Replace it with a full-bodied "Pepsi flavor", not just at the end of the drink, but during the entire experience. While HFCS Pepsi starts out a bit watery, with a bit of chemical flavor, Pepsi Throwback is cleaner, producing a consistent cola taste from first sip, while it passes over your tongue, and eventually the aftertaste as it goes down your throat.
Our original Pepsi Throwback review also compared this drink against HFCS Pepsi, Kosher Pepsi, and Mexican Pepsi, so if you'd like to see how the drink stacks up to those iterations of the brand, make sure you give it a read!
For those curious, here's the ingredient list compared to HFCS Pepsi:Let's start by comparing the ingredients in all 4 entries:
HFCS Pepsi
Carbonated water, high fructose corn syrup, caramel color, sugar, phosphoric acid, caffeine, citric acid, natural flavor
Pepsi Throwback
Carbonated water, sugar, caramel color, phosphoric acid, caffeine, natural flavor
In the end, we applaud Pepsi's decision to not only bring back Throwback, but also work to improve the visual appeal of the drink. We're just sorry to hear that it is once again a short-term beverage. (But at least it has inspired new products like Heritage Dr Pepper to come to market!)
We highly recommend the taste and flavor experience of Pepsi Throwback and encourage you to support it with your wallet during its December 28-February 22 run. Just maybe one of these days Pepsi will wake up and give us a more steady supply of this superior-tasting drink!
Other Throwback coverage on BevReview.com:
- Pepsi/Dew Throwbacks discovered via trademark filings (February 9, 2009)
- Unused prototype bottle designs leaked (February 19, 2009)
- Official Facts about Pepsi Throwback & Mountain Dew Throwback (February 26, 2009)
- Preview of another sugar-sweetened drink: Pepsi Natural (March 5, 2009)
- Review: Pepsi Natural (March 16, 2009)
- Review: Pepsi Throwback (April 17, 2009)
- Review: Mountain Dew Throwback (April 21, 2009)
- Tips in finding Pepsi and Mountain Dew Throwback? (April 21, 2009)
- NPR Interview with Steve Tanner about Pepsi Throwback (May 5, 2009)
- Pepsi, Dew Throwback to return in December for 8 weeks (August 10, 2009)
- New Mountain Dew Throwback Design (September 9, 2009)
- Pepsi Throwback, Mountain Dew Throwback December 2009 relaunch designs (November 27, 2009)
- Review: Mountain Dew Throwback (December 2009 Rerelease) (January 6, 2010)
I like your review. I wonder if you guys will feel the same way as I do about the MT Dew. I think they messed up by adding the Orange Juice in it this time. Just doesn't taste right. I had a avid MT Dew drinker drink both today. H said the Dec one tastes more like diet than the April one and preferred the April one. I feel the same way.
I Love the PepsiThrowback ! Now just put it in a glass bottle and we'll be in heaven. Thank You
The MT throwback compares to the old tall bottle mountain dew formula that is still made and distributed on small scale in Vermont.
Yay! I saw a few adds and comertials for it! Tastes better than ever!
It's really hard finding this in Colorado. I've been searching high and low for it. I don't think it's everywhere yet. I'm gonna buy a pallette once I see it.
i really like the pepsi throw back,it has been along time since i have tasted the real pepsi i wish it woulsd stay around but a good thing never does pepsi i thin messedup when they done away with the 16 oz bottles if they would bring it back,they would make more money
@Mike, the Albertsons in Fort Collins, CO are stocking it and it was on sale at 3/$10 when I was last there. I bought out the store I was at in Mt Dew and nearly did with Dr. Pepper, but they still had quite a bit of the Pepsi Throwback left. Good luck, it is indeed yummy stuff!
The Pepsi throwback is just like is was the first time. VERY GOOD. BUT the throwback Mt Dew has be "reformulated" in this release and well I realy dont care for it at all. The April version of Throwback dew was EXCELENT. The Dec 2009 IS NOT.
Elaine said it best above… put this in a bottle and a retro label and I'll be happy. Better yet, let's hope Coke goes sugar and retro someday.
I found both the Pepsi and Mountain Dew Throwback at Wal-Mart here in Salt Lake City. It's a great taste.
Keep the ThrowBack it's the best.
This stuff is really good I jumped for joy when I saw it was rereleased. I think we should start an online petition to Pepsico to keep this stuff. Much like the way tv fans did with the show Jericho
I just got a case last night in Madison, WI. Tastes great. I really hope they keep this stuff around. The PR junk about HFCS and table sugar being the "same" is completely false. HFCS is less sweet, so more is added. It is basically filler sugar, but it is so cheap, it is hard for me to expect large soda companies to pass it up.
I started to think, though, that maybe the introduction of this Cane sugar soda has something to do with the increased cost of corn. Is that a bunk theory?
It is available in parts of Southern Wisconsin and Minnesota. I really like the Pepsi Throwback (smells cleaner, less aftertaste, taste better), though I have some issues with the Mountain Dew version this time. Here is hoping that maybe with good sales that might at least consider this as a niche product and not a marketing demo.
The new Mountain Dew is a bit odd to me. If I drink it cold with ice, it reminds me of the taste of the Throwback from April. But if I drink it warm out of the can, it tastes like a sweeter version of regular Mountain Dew. I don't seem to taste the orange juice when its cold, yet warm the taste is very much so present.
I disagree that the new Pepsi Throwback tastes the same as the April throwback. This one seems to have more bite to it, even though the ingredients are the same on the can. I've been drinking the old April throwback right up until the day this new throwback came out lol. For some reason they continued to sell it all throughout the fall even though it was supposed to end months ago.
Try looking at your local Target for all three of these sodas. They cost less (about $3 bucks for a 12 pack), and its the only place I've come across the Heritage Dr. Pepper. That stuff is tough to find.
It's available in metro Detroit. Spotted it "accidently" at my local grocery store and now I'm hooked. Best tasting cola period! (coming from a Coke drinker) Went back and bought 16 cases to get through the Michigan winter. I really hope Pepsi keeps this stuff around.
I have to say I was so happy when the throwback Mtn. Dew came back. I was very dissapointed when I drank the first can. I thought to myself, this is not the same throwback! I was right! They put the concentrated Orange juice back in. It was not in the 1st throw back version. I knew it was different from the first taste! They should not have messed with it! Very different taste! I will not be buying anymore " New throwback" Mtn dew. The first throwback spoiled me! Now I don't like this version! Bring back the 1st throwback please!
Like the earlier review said. It taste like a diet Mtn Dew. Just plain bad!
I don't drink much soda anymore for health reasons. However, I will always choose Pepsi over Coke when I do choose to drink soda IF Pepsi Throwback stays around. I have always thought it was my taste buds that had changed with age. No! It is the products that have switched to HFCS! My guess is that any cost increase to Pepsi for a decision to switch back to sugar in place of HFCS would be offset by an even larger profit increase from higher volume sales.
Nothing else is a Pepsi, really!
Why do you bring back Diet Cranberry Splash only around the
HOLIDAYS ?????. It"s one of the best diet soft drinks that I've
ever drank. You need to put it on the shelves year round not
only seasonal.
It seems to be selling out much faster than it did the first time. I've only been able to get my hands on 3 cases of Pepsi Throwback. Stores here have had it since before Christmas, it just sells out as soon as they stock it. I've had to settle for stocking up on 20 oz. bottles. I really hope since it's obviously selling better than it did last time (I think the new packaging helped) Pepsi will take the hint and keep it out for good. After having Throwback last time, I couldn't drink regular Pepsi anymore. And I'm sure I'm not the only one.
I would like to see Pepsi Throwback as a year round product!
My guess is that since a lot of people complained about the first Mt. Dew Throwback version tasting like diet, they put orange juice concetrate in the new version to see how people react to that.
This pepsi throw back is the best. No bad after taste. I've had one can at Christmas how can I get more.
I think the original round of Throwback tasted better. We have to local bottlers, one who makes good HFCS pepsi, and one that makes one that tastes watered down. The bottler who makes the ickier HFCS pepsi made our throwback last time and it was great. This time around, the bottler who makes the good HFCS pepsi is making the throwback, and it doesn't taste nearly as good. I actually prefer the good HFCS pepsi to the throwback this time around. Not sure if it's the difference in bottlers, or if they changed that recipe too.
Pepsi, you got this one right this time! Tastes great, and logo is very much improved on this version. (Although I admit, I did like the April Dew can style better). I never was a Pepsi drinker before, but Throwback has made me like Pepsi. Please keep this PERMANENT! This product is superior just the way it is…
I beg to differ as to the statement that the re-release of Pepsi Throwback this time 'round tastes exactly like the Pepsi Throwback released last year. I am 61 years old – and I literally grew up on drinking "real" Pepsi with sugar. I stopped drinking soft drinks with any regularity when HFCS was introduced – it's not that I don't drink them, I just don't drink them as much as I used to.
So I was absolutely delighted when Pepsi brought back "Throwback" with sugar. I bought as many 12-can packages as I could. I LOVED it. In fact, I came to this site and raved over it and begged Pepsi to make it a "regular" choice. And, of course, I was disappointed when it was no longer available.
I looked forward to the purchasing it again and finally found the new package designed ones at my local supermarket chain a day ago. However, the taste is NOT the same as the previously released Pepsi Throwback. It has less sugar (or they are using ONLY beet sugar??) and the carbonation is NOT the same as the other Pepsi Throwback. Just pop it open and see for yourself – last year's version had a truly good head of carbonation on it, and it actually felt "burny" going down, refreshing, sweet. Now, this 2010 version tastes like a tepid version of the one with HFCS (which I detest).
I am beyond disappointed – I can't tell you how much I looked forward to having it on the shelf again. I bought three 12-packs!
I am not sure what Pepsi is trying to prove here. This is NOT the old recipe, and it is NOT even the recipe from last year's Pepsi Throwback. What gives?
I think what I shall do is go back to drinking my homemade tea. Buying any soft drink with HFCS is a waste of money, and sadly, looks like I won't be buying up any of this "new" Pepsi Throwback which ostensibly claims to have the "old" recipe with "sugar."
I call B.S. on this 2010 version. How ironic that I must now say "Bring back the Pepsi Throwback from 2009."
How long will this product (Pepsi Throwback) keep? I'd like to buy some and save it for continued use. Is it better to buy cans or the plastic bottles?
I loved the first round of Throwbacks. I rarely drink soda, but it made me eschew my usual Coke for Pepsi! But I agree that the new batch tastes different. I haven't tried the Dew, but the Pepsi seems strangely.. spicy? Akin to that special "Holiday" version that was around a couple of years ago. And my husband thinks it has an artificial sweetener-esque aftertaste.
I like the cans I hear they are plastic lined so the acid in the soda won't react with the metal. I also just like drinking out of the cans better it brings back fond memories of getting real Pepsi out of the machines for 50 cents WOW! How long ago was that?
I didn't get a chance to try the earlier versions of Pepsi Throwback and Heritage Dr. Pepper, but I recently purchased some and was very pleasantly surprised. Have always loved the flavor of Pepsi over Coke, but hated HFCS and the syrupy sweet taste. I thought both Heritage and Throwback were much improved over HFCS versions in flavor. I have often "cut" sodas with seltzer as they were too sweet, but these seemed pretty good…nice and crisp. I say "thumbs up and keep it around"!
I prefer the April 2009 Mountain Dew. However, I think they changed the taste of the newest incarnation of Pepsi Throwback as well. It has a much more noticeable cola taste. I've even drank an April version to double check. It's more of a mix between April Throwback and Pepsi Natural. Just my two cents.
I suppose since neither of the Throwbacks are permanent products, Pepsi can afford to mess around with the formula's a little bit. A great way to find out what works and what doesn't, in the event Pepsi decides to make the Throwbacks permament products which I hope they do.
I disagree that the current version of Throwback tastes the same as last year. Do different areas have different formulas?
This year, Pepsi Throwback has a thinner taste with a noticable aftertaste and seems flatter, and I don't like it as much as last years version. The aftertaste seesm to remind people of diet cola.
Last year Pepsi Throwback more subtle, this year it is very different from the HF corn syrup version… maybe they tried to make it more noticably different. To me the big difference last year was after drinking sugar Throwback then going back to HFCS, then the HFCS tasted unpleasant. Makes one wonder just how many Pepsi formulas there have been over time?
Found cases of it at a WalMart, but no botles (just bottles of Mountain Dew Throwback).
i was saving my ohio cases until i found it here. i must agree that pt does taste like coke hfcs alot, i even remember the spring version having that strange flavor.
I live near the St. Louis area..I don't know if that has anything to do with why I'm having such an awful experience with this Pepsi Throwback or not. This tastes like a straight up Diet Pepsi. It's more bitter than sweet and has a very artificial taste. I wish I had a Diet Pepsi here right now for comparison's sake so I could quell the suspicion that it was just some bottling mix-up!
Went to Wal-Mart here in Central KY yesterday to pick up some more throwback Pepsi and Dew. The Pepsi man was putting more on the shelves as I came by. I struck up a conversation with him about the drinks. He said they can't keep it on the shelves. He said they have already gone through their entire stock here in Central KY (in only the third week or so of the run). He said that he didn't think the local bottler was going to make more for this run.
wow i would be upset! atleast they are selling well i guess…
I'm from the caribbean where we produce sugar cane so all of our soft drinks including Pepsi and Coke, etc. are made with real sugar, Oh what a difference!!!, everytime I go to my country I just ask for a real Coke or Pepsi (with Sugar) so I was so happy when I knew about the Pepsi throwback it taste really good but is missing carbonation, anyways is much better than the one with HFCS I just hope they stick with the sugar
I have to say I hate these commercials in tv saying HFCS is the same as sugar,,,,,pleeeeeease! is Not! Pepsi please keep it up, now I'd wish coca cola would do it too 
I still have some of the first edition of the Pepsi Throwback from April 2009. It does taste different than the current Throwback version. The April version has more carbonation in it and is a little sweeter than the December Throwback version. However, I do like the December version. Probably about the same as the April version. I recently picked up a 12 pack of the HFCS Pepsi to compare it to the Throwback versions. Big difference! The HFCS has a fake chemical-like taste to it. Not sure how I was able to drink it for all these years and like it. I must say both Throwback versions are better than the HFCS version. Please Pepsi, keep the Throwback's permament! This will give you guys and edge over Coke!
I still have some of the first edition of the Pepsi Throwback from April 2009. It does taste different than the current Throwback version. The April version has more carbonation in it and is a little sweeter than the December Throwback version. However, I do like the December version. Probably about the same as the April version. I recently picked up a 12 pack of the HFCS Pepsi to compare it to the Throwback versions. Big difference! The HFCS has a fake taste to it. Not sure how I was able to drink it for all these years and like it. I must say both Throwback versions are better than the HFCS version. Please Pepsi, keep the Throwback's permament! This will give you guys an edge over Coke!
I have to disagree with the reviewer, that the 2010 version of Pepsi Throwback tastes the same as the 2009 version and I think it boils down (pun not intended) to PepsiCo either using a lower percentage of cane suger versus beet sugar, or using nothing but the beet sugar (my opinion). I was very happy to see Pepsi Throwback (PT) come back on the shelves but with my first sip I noticed a big difference in taste. The current version has much more of a 'beet sugar' taste can the previous. The use of beet sugar in the 2009 run of PT was the only thing keeping it from having the flavor of the Pepsi I remembered from my childhood. The sense of 'beet' showed up in the aftertaste and brought down what would otherwise be the perfect bottle of Pepsi.
I should mention that Pepsi's use of 'Real Sugar' on their label does not necessarily mean that they are using 'cane sugar' or like last year, a mix of cane and beet sugars. Its possible they've switched to entirely beet sugar. Having been in retail sales for 27 years, doing advertising for the store, and reading the competitions ads, that how things are worded can lead people to believe something that isn't. For example an ad might say an item is on sale, but the store is selling it for the same everyday price. They aren't lying to the customer (exactly) but its not being totally honest. The same goes for labeling. Pepsi, and other companies, should be forthright and spelling out exactly what source their 'sugar' comes from. Anyone who cooks or bakes knows that results can vary greatly between using cane sugar versus beet sugar. (which is why I stick with buying C & H pure cane sugar and brown sugar)
I wonder if anyone else here is picking up the same bad beet taste I've experienced trying both bottled and canned samples of the 2010 PT?
I live in LA and have Costcos nearby so I can afford not to care about Pepsi® Throwback. I tried it recently when I was all out of my beloved Mexican Coke®. I'm sorry but it's not THROWBACK unless it's in a GLASS BOTTLE kids. I'm over 50 and remember the Real Thing! Not to mention, this "For A Limited Time Only" bit is just whack! Don't bring it back unless you're going to LEAVE it! For that matter, just import Mexican Pepsi® and be done with it. Just say NO to beet sugar, HFCS, plastic bottles (yeccch!) and aluminum cans!
Bought my 12 pak cans of Pepsi throwback mostly to add an empty can to my collection, because the can design this time out is very close to design of the 70s-80s. I had no misconception that the product was going to more palatable this time out.
And, it IS NOT! My wife said it best: "tastes like TAB with sugar!"
Mexican Pepsi in bottles: good stuff. Next best in my opinion, good ol 12 oz aluminum cans. If anyone remebers the old steel or bi-metal cans, they imparted a more metallic taste. Plastic bottles are the bottom of the heap though it seems there's less plastic taste now than say 10 years ago.
around here the mexican pepsi is either hfcs or sugar or both, and i seemed to get the hfcs one. i also found a hidden box of the spring throwback so i got that for my collection. but mexican pepsi is a great deal for a dollar compared to the bottles.
The pepsi throwback I got here in North Carolina is nothing like the one I got in 2009. It has a bad taste. Maybe folks are right and it is the different sugars used. I would never buy it again. So disappointing… I wish I could get the mexican coke but don't live in California.
Hope pepsi gets rid of this batch soon.
Throwback is great. You have to keep the high fructose out of the soda. It is not good for anyone. My system for one can not tolerate the high fructose drinks. One thing if you could experiment with the sugar content and bring it down just abit. It could be perfect!!!!
I for one are hoping you will keep it!!!
I've been really enjoying the Pepsi Throwback, both the 2009 version and the 2010 version. We just went out and stocked up on it to last us for a while, in case we don't get it back a third time. We got quite a bit of it, hopefully it'll last us a while! http://bit.ly/abYrTH
Can you tell me when the Pepsi Throback will be available in the Dallas/Fort Worth area?
Pepsi throwback is far superior in taste than the product they produce on a regular basis. I think this was a classic case of Pepsi not leaving well enough alone and listening to some marketing agency, who convinced them to change the original formula. Hey Pepsi it didn't work for Coke and it isn't working for you. Pepsi throwback is the only product that Pepsi has made that I actually like.
Attention Pepsi marketing dept- PLEASE DON'T STOP MAKING THIS!!!!!!!!! (Or the Heritige Dr. Pepper!)
please keep the throwback Pepsi,Mountain Dew,and Dr,Pepper I love all three and love the fact that they have real sugar if the 3 stay I will switch to Pepsi forever.
I had no idea there was a Pepsi Throwback until I found a bottle at Target last night. It's really good.
I heard there is a Kosher for Passover Pepsi that is sold this time of year and it is made with sugar instead of HFCS. Corn is forbidden for Jews during Passover because it's a grain. It should be available now because Passover starts March 30.
they are still selling both where i live. does this mean they decided not to end it in feb? is it going to be around longer?
I miss Pepsi Throwback so much! I was so hoping they'd keep it for good this time, but sure enough, by the time February hit, it was gone and I couldn't find another 12 pack or 20 oz. bottle anywhere. It seemed to be selling just as well this time, maybe better than last time, because it kept disappearing from the stores a day or so after they'd stock it. I didn't even get to stock up on it this time since they kept selling out everywhere. I hope they're planning to bring it back for good and soon.
they are the best tasting drink in the world ive got alot of enjoyment drinking them the pepsi throwback reminds me of the 70s i sure would appreciate the pepsi company if they would continue making them ,not just as a temporary thing but make them avaliable anywhere at any place you go;please do the whole world a favor and keep making the pepsi throwback they are one of a kind and no other drink compares.
I was a little disappointed with the Pepsi Throw Back. Seems like
somethings is missing. It's ok, but to me, it doesn't taste like the original. I found some Mexican Pepsi (and Coke) at Albertson's and
I compared it to Throw Back. There is a difference!
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If they don't bring it back again along with Mountain Dew Throwback, they are nuts. Then keep it permanently and get rid of all the other crap, such as the seemingly 20 or 30 illegitimate Mt. Dew's and strange tasting (cold medicine) Pepsi Cherry Vanilla.
does anyone know how this has been selling? I am still seeing 12 packs of this, so I would think the sales aren't as good this time around.
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ATTENTION:IF YOU ARE A PEPSI "CONNOISSEUR" DO NOT READ THIS!!!
If you have tried the Pepsi throwback and have wanted to love it more than the usual, but not really thought of it as that much better here is the secret to really tasting the difference.
PEPSI PURISTS AVERT YOUR EYES!!!
let it go flat (gasp), you heard me without the carbonation covering up the taste it's much easier appreciate the differences.
Love the throwback , It is a keeped.
Love the throw back. It is a keeper.
Don't do away with it .
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Pepsi throwback is back 1-2-11 just bought every 12 pack they had at Wal=Mart and every Mountain Dew Throwback if PepsiCo had any sense they would make this run permanent they would have me as a permanent buyer
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keep it coming pepsi,i love throwback! i work at cvs and had to have the pepsi rep order me a case of 2 liters! whever i see it i stock up!
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