WATCH: How to make your own Fresca drink!
Nothing tastes like Fresca!
Unfortunately, consumers have had to say goodbye to many of their well-loved food products in recent years.
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In 2020, along with the pandemic and lockdown, South Africans had to bid farewell to Nestlé Chocolate Log and a few other chocolate favourites.
After 60 years on the market, the popular Coca-Cola drink Tab was discontinued, and for a short time, Pecks Anchovette and Redro Fish Paste were also no longer available.
The biggest shock came in 2023 when Nestlé announced it would no longer produce Nesquik.
Now and then, we find ourselves reminiscing about the sweets and treats of yesteryear.
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Most recently, Rob and Roz thought back to the days of Fresca.
Here's one of its iconic ads to refresh your memory:
@hoimash69 Bring back Fresca, loved this drink #fresca #mzansiadverts #mzansitiktok #southafricatiktok ♬ original sound - HoiMash
The Drive team once asked Jacaranda FM listeners what discontinued snacks and drinks they miss the most, and Fresca was by far the winner.
Although you can't find Fresca at your local grocery store anymore, there might be a solution for those craving its unique taste.
We've found a DIY Fresca recipe, and it's time to test it out!
If you want to try this at home, you'll need:
Ruby grapefruit soda
Lemon Twist
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