Sips Beyond The Ordinary
For over a century, Faygo has been more than just a soda—it’s been a playground for flavor. The company has never been afraid to toss something unexpected into a bottle, and that rebellious streak gave rise to some truly wild creations. The colors pop, the flavors surprise, and the memories stick. Fans often argue which ones were genius and which ones were too strange. Here’s a list of 20 Faygo flavors worth knowing.
1. Cotton Candy
Faygo introduced Cotton Candy in 2014, and it quickly became one of the brand’s most talked-about sodas. Its bright blue color caught everyone’s attention, but the taste split fans. Some love the carnival-style sweetness, while others think it is overwhelming and artificial.
Faygo Cotton Candy Soda Review by 5 Minute Eats
2. Candy Apple
The flavor was designed to capture the taste of a candied apple from a fairground. Candy Apple arrived in the 2000s together with Gold and Cotton Candy, and it quickly found a loyal Midwestern following. Fans often place it high on lists of favorite nostalgic sodas.
Faygo CANDY APPLE Soda Review by Jay Dunna
3. Jazzin’ BluesBerry
Jazzin’ BluesBerry was first sold in the South before making a short return to Michigan, where fans welcomed it back with excitement. Known for its blueberry sweetness, it became a favorite among collectors and Insane Clown Posse fans. Its re-release showed how much people missed this unusual soda.
TASTE TEST Faygo Peach + Jazzin Blues Berry Soda! by Carmen Shields
4. Dr. Faygo
Dr. Faygo continues to be part of Faygo’s core flavors in 2025. What makes it unusual is that the name gives no hint about the flavor, which adds a touch of mystery. The actual taste can be compared to Dr. Pepper, just a weaker version of it.
DR FAYGO VS DR PEPPER - Soda Fight To The Death! 😮 by Old Nerd Reviews & Gaming
5. Twisted Melon
Part of Faygo’s Ohana non-carbonated line, Twisted Melon came back after 2011 with a label that highlights its watermelon-forward taste. Styled as a punch, it appeals to anyone who enjoys fruit drinks without fizz. The playful name suggests each sip carries a slightly different twist of melon.
Drink Review - Faygo: Twist (Lemon & Lime) by Zesty Lime Studios
6. Fruit Punch
Back in 1907, Fruit Punch entered the scene with a mash-up of cherry, orange, and tropical flavors. Its sugary kick quickly caught on, and more than a century later, it remains a staple in coolers.
Faygo Fruit Punch Review by casualgamerreed
7. Pineapple Watermelon
By 2025, Pineapple Watermelon earned its spot in Faygo’s core lineup. The mix brings together juicy pineapple and sweet watermelon, a pairing rarely seen in sodas. It adds a tropical edge to Faygo’s range, and fans praise it for being bold and refreshingly different.
Faygo Pineapple Watermelon Soda Review by Jay Dunna
8. 60/40
Faygo’s 60/40 soda blends 60% grapefruit with 40% lime, creating a crisp, citrus-forward drink with a tangy edge. Known for its refreshing balance and minimal sweetness, it remains a staple in Faygo’s lineup and appeals to fans who prefer bold, non-traditional fruit flavors.
9. Gold
Gold first appeared in 2013 as a sweeter answer to Michigan’s famous Vernors. Its launch included a “Pot of Gold” promotion that awarded real 24K bars to lucky winners. Timed with St. Patrick’s Day, the golden ginger ale embraced its festive theme.
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10. Firework
In 2021, Faygo dropped Firework as a July 4th special, and it felt like summer in a bottle. The soda blended cherry, blue raspberry, and lime. It isn’t permanent, but it returns every summer, and even comes as a zero-sugar option.
Trying New Faygo Firework Soda by BadlandsChugs
11. Jolly Green Apple
Sharp and sour, this green apple soda packs the bite of a candy apple while staying bright and fizzy. Its tartness recalls a liquefied Jolly Rancher. Released in fall 2024, the drink debuted at Michigan’s Arts, Beats & Eats festival to immediate fanfare.
Jolly Green Apple Faygo! by Snack it or Leave it
12. Moon Mist Blue
This spin on the original Moon Mist takes citrus and berry notes and dresses them in a vivid blue hue. Its striking color makes bottles pop instantly on store shelves. People also often joke that the visual feels like drinking bottled moonlight.
FAYGO Blue Moon Mist Review by Jay Dunna
13. Bubblegum
A soda that tastes exactly like the candy shop classic, Bubblegum turns bright pink nostalgia into liquid form. Many describe it as sipping gum straight from a wrapper. It stands as a novelty favorite, playful and sweet in a way few drinks attempt.
Faygo Bubblegum Soda Pop Taste Test Review by Harold Dyson Entertainment
14. Super Pop
Super Pop doesn’t hold back. Known for being one of the brand’s sweetest sodas, it earned a place in the permanent lineup. Advertised as the boldest option in the collection, the name fits perfectly, capturing a soda that’s loud, sweet, and impossible to ignore.
Faygo Super Pop taste test by Jake Explorz
15. Rock & Rye
A recipe inspired by a Prohibition-era cocktail, Rock & Rye layers cherry cream soda with cola depth and a whisper of spice. The flavor begins on a sweet note, eases into vanilla, and ends with the complexity of a mocktail.
Faygo Rock & Rye Soda Review by 5 Minutes Eats
16. Dreamin’
Released in 2023 as part of the “Never Stop Dreamin’” campaign, this orange crème creation channels the flavors of a classic creamsicle. Smooth vanilla softens the citrus edge, while a gentle fizz keeps it light. Each sip recalls warm afternoons by the ice cream truck.
Brandon's Sampler Platter: Faygo, Dreamin Orange Cream Soda by Brandon Wenzel
17. Arctic Sun
Once discontinued, Arctic Sun returned after fans demanded its revival and soon developed cult status. Grapefruit defines the base, and cherry adds an unexpected twist. The flavor leans drier and crisper than most sodas, leaving a refreshing finish that stands apart.
18. Pineapple Orange
Every sip of Pineapple Orange blends the juicy punch of pineapple with the smoother edge of orange. Bright and fizzy, the drink avoids syrupy heaviness but keeps a tropical kick. Reviewers often call it a “vacation in a bottle,” and the description fits.
DonJulio w/ Pineapple Orange Faygo by Certified Swaggin
19. Ohana Peach Melon
This non-carbonated drink blends soft peach with mellow honeydew, creating a flavor closer to juice than soda. Smooth and easy to sip, it offers an unusual pairing that feels more like a fruit cooler. You’ll often find gallon jugs of Ohana Melon Peach appear at family gatherings and parties.
Brandon's Sampler Platter: Ohana fruit drinks (from Faygo) by Brandon Wenzel
20. Redpop
Dating back to 1907, this flavor first appeared as plain strawberry before it was rebranded as Redpop. Its taste is famously candied, far sweeter than actual fruit, which helped it become a best seller. Today, it continues to be a favorite in Detroit’s soda culture.
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