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Once a popular staple on store shelves nationwide, a certain lemon-lime soda has transformed into a rare specialty drink, attracting a devoted group of enthusiasts.
Bubble Up made its debut in 1919, a full ten years before the arrival of 7UP, marking the beginning of its citrusy journey.
Despite the passage of time, this soft drink has maintained its appeal, with loyal fans seeking it out for its natural ingredients and nostalgic glass bottle packaging.
With its catchy slogan, “kiss of lemon, kiss of lime,” Bubble Up was initially distributed through the Coca-Cola bottler network, until Sprite entered the scene.
However, Bubble Up’s journey wasn’t without a few bumps along the way.
The company changed ownership several times, struggled with distribution and fell into bankruptcy.
The makers of Dad’s Root Beer acquired the company in 2007 and produces Bubble Up in limited quantities today.
Bubble Up has a more natural taste than many of its competitors because it’s made with pure cane sugar and lemon and lime oils, rather than high-fructose corn syrup and artificial flavors, The Tasting Table reported.
“I love Bubble Up,” wrote one reviewer on BeveragesDirect.com. “Been drinking it since the early 1950s. My drink.”
“Best lemon-lime drink to date,” wrote another. “No aftertaste as in 7UP plus the cane sugar is the key.”
“As wonderful tasting as I remember from my childhood,” reads another review.
The premium soda — which can fetch up to $3.49 for a single 12-ounce bottle — is available at some grocery stores, including Albertsons, online through Amazon and at specialty soda shops.