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Sidekick Strawberry Soda 12-Pack NZ

REAL FRUIT SODA

Sidekick Strawberry

4.9 1,134 reviews

Bright real-strawberry flavor with a little tang and a refreshing finish.

Lightly sparkling, bright and made for everyday drinking.

  • Real fruit
  • New Zealand honey
  • No cane sugar. No stevia. No erythritol.
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What makes Sidekick different

Real fruit soda made with New Zealand honey, a splash of apple cider vinegar, and no cane sugar, no stevia, and no erythritol.

  • Real fruit

    Fruit gives Sidekick its bright flavor and body.

  • New Zealand honey

    A softer, rounder sweetness with no cane sugar, no stevia, and no erythritol.

  • A crisp little kick

    A splash of apple cider vinegar brings balance and a clean finish.

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Strawberry that stays bright

Real strawberry flavor with a little tang and a refreshing finish — not candy-sweet, just fresh.

What's doing the sweetening

Sidekick New Zealand honey + real fruit
Prebiotic sodas Stevia, plus added fiber
Zero-sugar sodas Stevia + erythritol
Regular soda Cane sugar / high-fructose corn syrup

Sweetened with New Zealand honey and real fruit. No cane sugar. No stevia. No erythritol.

Customers praised this strawberry soda as "truly delicious" and "refreshing," highlighting its natural fruit purée, honey sweetener, and lack of artificial ingredients. Many described it as a healthier alternative to regular sodas, with "not too sweet" flavor that "tasted like real strawberries." Popular as a mixer with vodka and enjoyed by kids and adults alike.

  • Truly delicious, I have already been singing its praises to anyone who will listen!
  • Absolutely delicious and great that it had some natural fruit purée in there.
  • It was such a nice change from alcohol and so refreshing. Totally delivered and I am hooked!
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yummy

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Yum! great healthier alternative to many juices or sodas, perfect for summer too

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Yummy!

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Yum!

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Yum!

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Would love to see this in cafes as I don't drink coffee. Super yummy!

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Wow loved this and for it to be all natural - bonus

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Wow! I had never heard of these sodas but loved the strawberry one. It seems really premium

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Will have in fridge over summer

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Where has this been all my life? New summer fave. Excited to try the pear one

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We really liked this one. Family favourite

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We loved it! Yum! Would definitely buy again.

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We loved this product! Fab level of flavor, loved the low sugar and added apple cider vinegar. Will be purchasing the other flavors now.. New favorite!

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Was really good

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Was very nice

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Was very nice! Will purchase in the future

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Was yum and will look out for it in the supermarket

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Was really nice. The first sip was a bit strange but then it was lovely

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Was yum!

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Very tasty soda will purchase this again

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Very nice drink

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Was enjoyable and would buy again

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Was really good

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Was pleasantly surprised to not taste the apple cider vinegar at all and also was a great level of sweetness

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Was great I love strawberry was great with a touch of vodka.

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Very nice refreshing taste not too sweet

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Very nice

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Very nice flavour

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Very impressed that this was a soda with natural ingredients. I buy soda for special occasions and family gatherings. Would certainly consider Sidekick soda when I am buying.

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Very delicious. Would switch to this on the regular.

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Very enjoyable, would purchase again

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Very delicious and could be used as a mixer with gin/vodka etc

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Very fruity

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This went down quickly. It's on the shopping list

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This was the most delish drink i have ever tasted, did not realise how healthy it was until after

Questions about Sidekick

What does Sidekick Strawberry taste like?

Bright real-strawberry flavor with a little tang and a refreshing finish.

Where can I buy Sidekick in the US?

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What sweetens Sidekick?

New Zealand honey and natural sugar from real fruit. No cane sugar. No stevia. No erythritol.

Why do you use apple cider vinegar?

A splash of apple cider vinegar brings balance and a clean, crisp finish — part of what makes Sidekick taste different from conventional soda.

Is Sidekick very sweet?

No — it’s designed to be not-too-sweet. Honey gives a soft, rounded sweetness, while fruit and apple cider vinegar keep the finish bright and refreshing.

Can I use Sidekick as a mixer?

Yes. Sidekick works as a real-fruit base for cocktails, mocktails, spritzes, or a simple serve over ice.

Where is Sidekick made?

Sidekick is a New Zealand–born real fruit soda, made with New Zealand honey.

Real fruit New Zealand honey A crisp little kick No cane sugar. No stevia. No erythritol.

What makes Sidekick different

Real fruit
Fruit gives Sidekick its bright flavor and body.

New Zealand honey
A softer, rounder sweetness with no cane sugar, no stevia, and no erythritol.

A crisp little kick
A splash of apple cider vinegar brings a little tang and a clean finish.

Ingredients: Carbonated Water, New Zealand Fruit (Strawberry Puree (7%), Apple Puree), New Zealand Multifloral Honey (3%), Apple Cider Vinegar with the "Mother" (3%), Natural Strawberry Flavour, Raspberry Extract, Natural Colour (Black Carrot Juice Concentrate), Antioxidant (Spearmint Extract).

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How much sugar is in Sidekick compared to regular soda?

Most big-brand soft drinks sit around 10–11g sugar per 100mL. Sidekick is much lower — still a treat, just one you can drink more often. Check each flavor’s nutrition panel for the exact number.

What do you use to sweeten Sidekick?

New Zealand honey and natural sugar from real fruit. No cane sugar, stevia, erythritol, monk fruit, aspartame, or sucralose.

Does it taste like vinegar?

A splash of apple cider vinegar gives Sidekick a little tang and a crisp finish — more like lemon in a drink than a vinegar burn. Some people notice the kick more than others.

Can I use Sidekick as a mixer?

Yes. Sidekick works as a real-fruit base for cocktails, mocktails, spritzes, or a simple serve over ice.

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