ramune

Enjoy a refreshing sip of one of Japan’s most beloved soft drinks – ramune! A symbol of summertime and the go-to choice for warm festival days, ramune soda is a delicious thirst-quencher that’s been a hit in Japan for over a century.

The distinctive Codd-neck bottles and marble stoppers make drinking ramune a fun experience, just one of the reasons for this soda’s ongoing popularity. Whether you’re a fan of the original flavour or want to try another fizzy, fruity twist, you’ll find a range of tasty variations below.

 

japanese marble drinks

Before the introduction of bottle caps, Codd-neck bottles were popular for keeping carbonated drinks fresh. These days, Japanese ramune soda is among the few drinks that still uses this method.

The marble in the neck of the bottle acts as a seal, keeping the drink fizzy. When you’re ready to drink your beverage, you pop the marble down into the pinched neck of the bottle, where it remains as you enjoy the soda.

What was once a purely functional necessity has become a fun element that makes the drink stand out against other fizzy drinks.

ramune drink flavours

The word ‘ramune’ is derived from the English word ‘lemonade’ as the original drink has a lemon and lime flavour. The carbonated drink now comes in a plethora of sweet fruit flavours. Two of the most popular ramen brands, Kimura and Hatakosen, produce flavours like lychee, melon and even sakura.

No matter your flavour preference, these drinks are sweet, mildly citrusy and wonderfully refreshing. If you’re intrigued by Japanese soft drinks and sweet treats, ramune should be at the top of your list!