Poppi reviews and discussion

4.3

84% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Vibrant fruit flavors lineup
  • Crisp, fizzy carbonation
  • Playful, colorful packaging
  • Lighter, refreshing profile
  • Lingering stevia aftertaste
  • Inconsistent soda dupes execution
  • Occasional low carbonation
  • Mixed gut-health results

Poppi earns largely positive reviews for delivering a satisfying soda substitute with vibrant flavors like Raspberry Rose, Doc Pop, Cherry Limeade, Ginger Lime, and Orange, plus a crisp fizz and fun, colorful cans. Reviews also flag real drawbacks: a noticeable stevia/artificial aftertaste for many flavors, mixed success with cola/root beer dupes, occasional flat/low carbonation notes, and inconsistent or unnoticeable gut-health benefits for some drinkers.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

2,186 reviews and posts

  • Poppi is my favorite soda alternative by far. It is bubbly, refreshing, and just the right amount of sweet without being too much. Berry Blast and Strawberry Lemon are my go to flavors because they are bright, fruity, and taste like summer in a can. I love that it feels like a treat but is actually a better choice for my gut. The brand is fun, colorful, and always makes my fridge look a little happier.

  • I was excited to try this because the can was colorful and I thought it would be good. It has prebiotics and I like that part, but was just average flavor wise. I tried a few flavors but the watermelon is the only one I would purchase again.

  • I bought this for a Thingtesting review with no discount. I purchased two cans of POPPI at the Sprouts store. One was Orange and the other was Strawberry Lemon. I thought the carbonation was good not too fizee. The taste of the Orange drink I thought was good. Left no after taste. The Strawberry Lemon had an after taste, I thought. Calories are only 25. They market it as a Prebiotic Soda. A healthier alternative to soda. A regular 12 oz can of coke has 39 grams of sugar. Poppi only has 5 grams. of sugar. A big difference! Company did a great job creating a drink and less sugar. I would recommend if your looking for a low cal drink and wanted something different than water, sparkling water, or soda. I will probably try a few different flavors.

  • "I didn't hate it" is probably damning with faint praise, but after finishing a can of Poppi root beer that was my immediate thought. It's not horrible, but it's got some off tastes that make it clear you're drinking an alternative beverage. "Root beer-ish" is probably how I would define it. The second ingredient is organic cane sugar, so not sure how much "better" it really is, although it contains stevia too (which perhaps explains the slightly metallic aftertaste). Agave inulin seems to be the main prebiotic ingredient. Maybe their other flavors are winners, but I certainly won't be drinking this root beer again anytime soon.

  • These drinks are pretty yummy- a nice alternative to a soda- and I cant believe that they have apple cider vinegar in them- given how yucky ACV usually tastes. For only 5g of sugar, this is a nice alternative to a soda or juice- and was glad I had a few on a recent road trip just to mix it up. I really liked the Raspberry Rose and Strawberry Lemon flavors- I felt they were well balanced and sweet but not gross. The orange flavor is very orange soda like... a bit too sweet for me. But will purchase the others again.

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    Not convinced on the health benefits. Also, if you have an aversion to the taste- you can def tell that these are stevia sweetened, but I think its fine!

  • I have tried many of the new, carbonated, and health-oriented sodas out there. This may sound weird but Poppi's flavor intensity is by far my favorite. I have a sweet tooth, so I prefer something that has a more pronounced taste. I have found that other "healthy soda" options out there have more of a diluted flavor profile. But not Poppi. You guys bring me to flavor-town 🤑

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    Not sure about the impact of pre/pro-biotic sodas in general. I don't consume enough to notice the benefit anyway.

  • Poppi prebiotic sodas are so good! Love the flavor options from Orange Cream (literally tasted like a 50/50 bar) to Raspberry Rose (more subtle raspberry and rose) to Orange (think Fanta) to Cherry Cola. All I've tried have been really good, like don't want to share good. Only 5g sugar which is a big plus! And apple cider vinegar and prebiotics, both great for digestion. Low calorie as well. They're a bit pricey but so worth it.

  • The flavor smells bit artificial. It is sweet and bubbly. It truly smells and tastes like a soda. If the flavor is more authentic, then I'd probably recommend it.

    Received a free product from Poppi
  • I've seen this can with it's millennial, poppy esque branding on the shelves at all the major stores: Erewhon, Whole Foods, so I decided to try their limited edition Cranberry Fizz and Strawberry Lemon. I am very sensitive to artificial sweeteners and can taste them on the tip of my tongue as the beverage makes its entryway into my mouth and boy did I feel it...After checking the ingredients list, Poppi really makes me scratch my head and wonder, "Were Agave Inulin and Stevia really necessary?" The aftertaste of these artificial sweeteners were so bad that I poured it out into the sink after the few sips to quench my dehydration and replaced my cup with au natural water. Please take notes from your competitors, I'm not too sure which flavor was worse-the cranberry or strawberry. The latter flavor was VERY sweet, and I was actually expecting there to be a tart taste. The branding is cute, but that can only take you so far.

  • Great alternative to a kombucha program soda when craving that kind of drink. Love the strawberry flavor, especially in the heat.

  • I have been drinking Poppi for YEARS and they are my favorite soda alternative! I especially love the Rasberry Rose, Orange, Cherry Limeade, and Grape flavors. I wish their pricing was a little lower, but I purchase the product in bulk via Costco, Walmart or Amazon, and it is totally worth it. It's my everyday treat!

  • For Poppi's soda drinks, I liked that it's prebiotic, has less sugar and tasted refreshing. I also liked the flavor options it has to offer. It's clearly one of the more healthier options when you're craving soda.

  • This has such a great flavor. Loved the prebiotic factor and ingredient list. I enjoyed it right out of the can but was also great over ice. Loved that also had decent ingredients and affordable at the stores.

  • I started drinking Poppi when I wanted a healthier soda option, and now I’m kind of hooked. The Cherry Limeade flavor is my favorite, it’s fruity, bubbly, and not too sweet. It’s refreshing and doesn’t leave me feeling guilty like regular soda. I’ve tried a few other flavors too, some are hit or miss, but overall, I really like how light and clean it tastes. It’s a fun way to get a little fizz without all the sugar.

  • I absolutely love Poppi and everything about it! All of the flavors perfectly align with what they’re going for. They’re a great soda substitute and go great with any meal! I definitely will continue to try any new flavors!

  • This drink is So good! I like how there is a wide variety of flavors with no artificial flavoring or added sugar. I also don’t feel bad drinking it because it’s a healthy alternative to regular pop (not soda y’all) with its prebiotic benefits. The only downside is it’s a bit expensive so it’s not an every day drink for me, but a special treat.

  • Raspberry rose is personally my favorite! And the grape would be my second choosing, it feels nice to have something fizzy and healthy as I used to drink a lot of regular soda but when this came out I loved it so much! It is pricey but it is worth it

  • Love!!! So tasty without the guilt or sugar! I constantly have this on hand in my fridge and am always looking for it at Whole Foods. Favorite is the orange soda but also love the cream soda. A great replacement for alcohol too.

  • I'm not kidding when I say that I wouldn't have survived the last 2 weeks if it weren't for Poppi. The rasberry rose flavor is my go to and it's what I sip on when I'm stressed, when I use to drink Diet Coke. I like this better than Olipop because it has less sugar and less calories.

  • Awesome alternative to someone trying to eliminate soda from their diet. I have tried many flavors and I am a huge fan. Price is a little high, but well worth it.