Vernors is a ginger soda that was created by Detroit pharmacist James Vernor in 1866. On this episode, I am reviewing the version with sugar, which is different from the more commercially available high fructose corn syrup one.
Vernors is a ginger soda that was created by Detroit pharmacist James Vernor in 1866. On this episode, I am reviewing the version with sugar, which is different from the more commercially available high fructose corn syrup one. Thank you to Michael Kimsal of indieconf and Freelance Path for requesting it. Are you a Vernors fan? Please let me know in the comments. Thank you for watching.
Vernors is a ginger soda that was created by Detroit pharmacist James Vernor in 1866. On this episode, I am reviewing the version with sugar, which is different from the more commercially available high fructose corn syrup one.
2 comments on “Vernors (with Sugar) Review (Soda Tasting #57)”
WOW – thanks for the spelling on the name and sites :)
I may have had the plain sugar version in the 70s maybe, but I’ve only had the high fructose corn syrup versions from the 90s on.
Vernor’s is a Detroit staple, and something that most Michiganders instinctively think of. I was visiting my grandmother last week and she insisted on some Vernor’s – my dad had to go searching the stores for Vernor’s and found some.
Another show idea – find local versions of the same drink – find, say 5-10 regional ginger ales from around the country, and compare. Lot of work to do, but would certainly give those who travel around a bit some drinks to search out on travels :)
I’d disagree on the 3 out of 5 – I give it a 6 out of 5, but I’ve been a Vernor’s fan for over 30 years!
Vernor’s Vanilla Ice Cream Floats were the big treat when I was growing up – throw a scoop of some vanilla in some ice cold Vernor’s and enjoy ;)
Hey Michael,
My pleasure, glad to do it. :)
Thank you for the request regarding regional drinks. That sounds like it would be a fun show. I sort of have done that with the blind tastings that I do. If someone can help plan it and give me details on where I can acquire each one, that definitely helps move those things along. But, I will keep it in mind. :)
WOW – thanks for the spelling on the name and sites :)
I may have had the plain sugar version in the 70s maybe, but I’ve only had the high fructose corn syrup versions from the 90s on.
Vernor’s is a Detroit staple, and something that most Michiganders instinctively think of. I was visiting my grandmother last week and she insisted on some Vernor’s – my dad had to go searching the stores for Vernor’s and found some.
Another show idea – find local versions of the same drink – find, say 5-10 regional ginger ales from around the country, and compare. Lot of work to do, but would certainly give those who travel around a bit some drinks to search out on travels :)
I’d disagree on the 3 out of 5 – I give it a 6 out of 5, but I’ve been a Vernor’s fan for over 30 years!
Vernor’s Vanilla Ice Cream Floats were the big treat when I was growing up – throw a scoop of some vanilla in some ice cold Vernor’s and enjoy ;)
Hey Michael,
My pleasure, glad to do it. :)
Thank you for the request regarding regional drinks. That sounds like it would be a fun show. I sort of have done that with the blind tastings that I do. If someone can help plan it and give me details on where I can acquire each one, that definitely helps move those things along. But, I will keep it in mind. :)
As far as the rating, I understand. It is all a matter of taste. My favorite will be someone else’s least favorite. For what it’s worth, the rating actually makes it my favorite ginger ale/ginger soda (as Vernors prefers) thus far, as I favor it to both Boylan Bottleworks Ginger Ale (http://www.sodatasting.com/boylan-bottleworks-ginger-ale-review/) and
Blenheim Ginger Ale (Old #3 Hot – Red Cap) (http://www.sodatasting.com/blenheim-ginger-ale-old-3-hot-red-cap-review/).
It’s funny you mention the Boston Cooler – I actually brought that up in my subsequent review of Vernors (regular version).
Thanks,
Patrick