People associate warm weather with icy cold soft drinks, and why not? There's nothing like cracking open your favorite soda pop and guzzling it down along with your barbecued ribs. When it comes to which soda is the best warm-weather drink though, opinions vary significantly. In this post, the team at Rocky Mountain Colorado soda will make the case that orange cream pop should win the battle to decide the ultimate summertime soda.
Orange Cream Soda? Really?
We know this may seem like an unorthodox choice, but hear us out. Orange cream is thought by many to possess the ideal combination of creamy sweetness and zesty citrus qualities that make it a perfect choice for when the weather warms up. It's fizzy, light, sweet and tingles the tastebuds with its orange/vanilla taste profile.
That Flavor Profile
Orange cream pop is a delicious blend of lively orange citrus and silky smooth vanilla cream. This combination ends up working on several important levels:
- The zippy citrus flavor provides outstanding refreshment – The orange citrus component of this summertime stalwart delivers on the promise of refreshment every wannabe summer soda pop needs to aspire to. Why is citrus such an important component in summer soft drinks? Because citrus triggers salivation, which is essential to creating a sense of refreshment.
- The vanilla keeps the citrus in check – The vanilla cream creates rich, smooth undertones that balance but never overwhelm the citric aspect, thereby retaining the soda's ability to deliver refreshment. The vanilla cream also creates a silky smooth feeling in the mouth, ensuring the overall taste experience is fulfilling on numerous levels.
- The fizz, boss, the fizz! – What self-respecting summer pop is void of a lively and crisp fizz to tickle the tastebuds? Orange cream soda features a brisk and invigorating fizz that starts speaking to you the minute you crack it open and continues to deliver right down to the last sip. Our Old Centennial Orange Cream is a great example. Although it's a vegan soda, the fizz will stand its ground with any soda you can think of. Not only that, the vanilla cream aspect will keep things smooth and may reduce feelings of bloating that can often accompany carbonated soft drinks.
The Many Summertime Uses for Orange Cream Pop
Orange cream is as versatile as it is delicious. Here are just some of the ways it can be used to infuse summertime drinks with sparkle and create a luxurious flavor experience:
Perfect for cocktails
Orange cream can be enjoyed right out of the can or bottle, but it really comes to life when used to create adult drinks for your barbeque, birthday party or holiday get-together. It pairs seamlessly with rum, vodka and other spirits, creating light and lively summer cocktails that are sure to impress.
Just as good for mocktails
It's important you offer guests an alternative to adult cocktails and creating mocktails with orange cream will enable you to produce tasty treats that are as unexpected as they are sure to create eye-raising reactions among both youngsters and adults.
World-class ice cream floats
If you or your guests are ready for an indulgent treat, creating ice cream floats with our orange cream natural soda will get lines forming for more. Whether you're planning a casual summertime pool party or an upscale party on the deck, ice cream floats made with orange cream will leave an indelible memory in those who try them.
Other Reasons to Stock Up On Orange Cream Pop
While orange cream can be used to create mouthwatering summertime beverages, it also possesses other unique qualities that make it intensely desirable, such as:
It's a genuine mood lifter
Orange cream soda has been around for more than a century and over the years has developed a loyal following who love it not only for the outstanding qualities we've already discussed, but also because it brings back nostalgic feelings of simpler times. In fact, it's been shown that its aroma and flavor profile can trigger the release of dopamine in people's brains, making it a certifiable "feel good" drink for your summer get-togethers.
“Orange cream is one of many throwback flavors making a comeback thanks to growing demand among Millennials and Gen Z-ers for fun, unexpected tastes and sensory experiences."
—Advancing Convenience & Fuel Retailing, 2025
It is not widely available
You won't find this type of high-quality soda at the local convenience store, and that limited availability is part of its appeal. In fact, companies that produce orange cream soft drinks often only start up the production line as the weather warms up, making its seasonal allure and associations even more pronounced. If you are looking for a genuine seasonal treat that will knock the socks off of your guests this summer orange-flavored cream soda fits the bill.
There are a variety of craft versions
Creators of artisanal and craft sodas like Rocky Mountain Soda create breathtaking, gourmet versions of classic sodas, including orange vanilla cream soda. Our Old Centennial Orange Cream is not only delicious and satisfying on many levels, but it also happens to be a gluten-free soda that's vegan and contains no GMOs.
Social media-driven surge in interest
More of this type of soda is being sold than ever before and the surge in interest can largely be attributed to people passing the word on social media. Just spend some time searching TikTok or Instagram, and you'll find lots of related recipes as well as countless testimonials to its unique and outstanding flavor and versatility.
Conclusion
Orange cream is more than just a soft drink, it's a compelling flavor experience everyone should have. If you have never tried it for whatever reason, you owe it to yourself to pick some up and give it a whirl. We know you will agree that the combination of its citrus liveliness and its vanilla-driven smoothness creates a taste experience you cannot get from any other soft drink.
If you are planning a summertime hootenanny and are in search of a way to leave a lasting, positive impression on your guests serving up cocktails, mocktails, floats, and other items created using Rocky Mountain Old Centennial Orange Cream is the way to do it. You'll be the king or queen of the summer.
Order Orange Cream Soda Online
Ready to try our all-natural Centennial Orange Cream Soda? Visit the the page below to order your own – available to order in glass bottles or cans through our online soda shop.Orange Cream Soda
Order Your Centennial Orange Cream Directly from Our Website
Our Orange Cream no GMO soda attracts more fans every day. And it's easy to understand why. This is the ideal summertime soda that will simultaneously dazzle your tastebuds, impress your guests, and invoke nostalgic feelings of simpler times. You can order our Centennial Orange Cream directly through our website in packs of 12, 24 or 48 cans and bottles. Or order a variety pack that will include samples of many of our most beloved beverages, including Centennial Orange Cream.
