Throwback Comeback: Pepsi, Dew Throwback to return in December for 8 weeks


Pepsi Throwback & Mountain Dew Throwback Comeback

Pepsi confirmed via Facebook and Twitter that both Pepsi Throwback and Mountain Dew Throwback will be returning for a limited 8-week run in December. Same formula, but with new package design!

Coming Soon: Coca-Cola Plus Catechin, Pepsi Shiso, and other odd flavors (Japan)


Coca-Cola Plus Catechin

Japan is slated for some new, interesting flavors from Coke and Pepsi. Coca-Cola Plus Catechin will have a green tea influence, while Pepsi Shiso sports a basil-inspired taste. These fit in line with other recent oddities from the Land of the Rising Sun, including Pepsi Ice Cucumber, Pepsi Blue Hawaii, and Pepsi White.

Attack on the Chicago Cubs Gatorade Fountain Machine!


Chicago Cubs / Gatorade machine / Carlos Zambrano

A Gatorade fountain machine located in the Chicago Cubs dugout was attacked by a player during a May 2009 baseball game. Learn about what provoked the assault, what flavors were involved, and the repercussions on the sports drink world!

Dr Pepper, Cannonball Run, and Dom DeLuise


Dom DeLuise

Here at BevReview.com, we were sad to hear the news that Dom DeLuise passed away on May 5. He was a great pitchman for Dr Pepper in the 1981 movie, Cannonball Run. Watch the clip!

NPR's "All Things Considered" and Pepsi Throwback


Pepsi Throwback & Mountain Dew Throwback on NPR's All Things Considered

Audio interview with BevReview.com founder Steve Tanner from NPR's "All Things Considered" regarding the limited-time introduction of Pepsi Throwback & Mountain Dew Throwback., what makes them different from their normal counterparts, and whether or not the marketplace is demanding beverages that use sugar vs. high fructose corn syrup (HFCS).

Looking for Pepsi and Mountain Dew Throwback?


Pepsi Throwback & Mountain Dew Throwback

It seems everyone is looking for Pepsi Throwback and Mountain Dew Throwback. Some are having success in tracking them down. Others, not so much. Well, here's an idea on how we can work together using Twitter to help find locations near you!

Coming Soon: Pepsi Throwback, Mountain Dew Throwback


Pepsi Throwback and Mountain Dew Throwback

In April, Pepsi is rolling out a sugar-sweetened version of their flagship beverage, called Pepsi Throwback. At the same time their citrus-powered market leader, Mountain Dew, will also see a sugar version hit, aptly named Mountain Dew Throwback. Keep reading for details and information gleaned from trademark applications!

Super Bowl Commercials & Beverages: 2009


Super Bowl XLIII

Another Super Bowl has come and gone, and with it, a whole new batch of high-profile commercials. Given that we're a beverage reviewing site, I'd like to take a look at the non-alcoholic drink ads that graced our TVs during the matchup between the Cardinals and Steelers. We've done detailed analysis on each of these ads individually, but here's a quick overview…

Super Bowl Commercial: Pepsi Max – "I'm Good"


BevReview.com takes a look at the beverage-related Super Bowl commercials. Diet Pepsi Max is relaunched on the big stage as Pepsi Max, a diet drink for men. Will this relaunched product — with new logo, name, and positioning — help in Pepsi's battle against Coke Zero?

Super Bowl Commercial: Pepsi – "Refresh Anthem"


BevReview.com takes a look at the beverage-related Super Bowl commercials. A 60-second spot for Pepsi featuring the "Refresh Anthem", sung by Bob Dylan, remixed with Will.i.am. It showcases how Pepsi has moved through the generations as always being the choice of the youthful set. Utilizing a parallel video device, it shows how some things have changed, but a lot of things stay the same.