Before they go into their review let me say that I was super excited that SodaStream was sending them one of their new SodaStream Source for them to review. Mommy is one of those health freak mommies. We aren't allowed any junk food including candy or soda unless it's a holiday. We always long for easter and Halloween but once the day is over the candy disappears. According to mommy if it's not all done on that day the candy monster takes it until the next holiday. Apparently he only lives at our house because my brother says that his friends had never heard of this candy monster. It's the same with sodas. It is only allowed when the grownups are having friends over or when there is a party or another special occasion. I live for those days because I usually get to sample whatever they are having.
Now here is a bit about the SodaStream Source that they received. They are available in a variety of colors show above but we received the black.
Our SodaStream Source came with quite a few products that would enable us to make quite a LOT of soda. A lot of the flavors were all that we actually loved, including the lemon-lime which although said diet still tasted a lot like Sprite.
I'm sure by now you may have seen the numerous commercials of SodaStream on TV, or you may have even seen them at your local department store. Just like mommy you may have also thought, now how could this be any better than regular soda? Well with the SodaStream soda maker you know exactly what you have in your soda. Mostly water that is carbonated with your added syrup. Consider it carbonated juice.
The SodaStream Source comes complete with the machine, a CO2 canister that allows you to carbonate your drink and 6 sample flavors. It was really simple to set up the Source. Simply remove the back, insert the canister and you're good to go. The pre-measured flavors when added to the included carbonated bottle gives you great tasting soda. Almost taste like the real thing, you really can't tell the difference. Our CO2 canister can make up to 60 liters of soda. That is a LOT of soda!
It is so simple to use and we included a video at the end showing Krxssy using it. The included bottle has a fill line that you fill with water. Insert the bottle into the locking mechanism and press backwards and the bottle very easily gets locked in place. Press down on the Source until you get the required carbonation you want. The Source comes with a LED indicator that shows clearly how much carbonation is done.
Once your carbonation is done you can use your syrups which includes a measuring cap. We used the Ocean Spray Cranberry in the photo below and you can see how great it looks. It not only looks great but it tastes great too. Ever since we received our SodaStream Source we have been drinking a lot more soda. A lot more than we ever used to before which was very rarely. Mommy now has no qualms with us asking about getting a drink of soda because she knows what is in there.
If you are a soda lover you will surely love the SodaStream machines. There are lots of available SodaMix Flavors including some of the more popular ones, even a few branded ones as well, including Country Time Pink Lemonade.
Here are just a few and they range in price from $4.99 - $6.99. Very reasonably priced if you ask me.
- Ocean Spray Cranberry Raspberry
- Cherry Cola
- Country Time Lemonade
- Crystal Light Fruit Punch
- Ginger Ale
- Kool Aid Cherry
Now it's ok to show photos of how this works but the best way is actually to show you in a quick video. My sister Krxssy actually demonstrated how easy it is.
Our overall impression of the SodaStream Source?
The source looks great on the table. Does not take up a lot of counter top space and makes great tasting soda very easily. There is less waste which is great for the environment and having soda just the way you want it, in relation to taste is an added benefit. The end result also includes spending less money on store bought soda. The machine itself is very reasonably priced, and while buying refills can add up, it still works out a lot cheaper than buying liters of soda. Just the convenience of having a way to make sodas in your own home, the healthy way gets our THUMBS UP!
You can purchase your very own SodaStream at major retailers on right on their website.
Here are the ways to connect with SodaStream:
Now SodaStream didn't want my family to have all the fun with this new product. They wanted to share the love with you my readers as well. One lucky winner will win a giveaway prize package of a Fountain Jet Soda Lover's Start-Up Kit (RV $99.95), which includes:
- Fountain Jet - Winner's choice of color (black/silver, red/silver or white)
- 1 carbonating bottle, reusable for up to 3 years
- Reusable carbonator to fizz up to 60L of soda
- Variety 6-pack of popular sample-size flavors
- 3 full-size flavors of the winner's choice
Giveaway is sponsored and will be delivered by SodaStream. Winner will be randomly chosen by PunchTab and will have 48 hours to respond to the email sent. Failure to respond will mean forfeiting your prize and a new winner will be chosen. Good luck!
Disclosure: Growing Up Madison receives products in order to conduct reviews. No monetary compensation was provided unless noted otherwise. All opinions are 100% my own. Some posts may contain affiliate links that I receive commission for payment from in exchange for referrals. In the event of a giveaway, the sponsor is responsible for delivery of the prize, unless otherwise noted in the posting. Giveaways are not sponsored by Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Google+ or any other social media site. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I personally believe will be a good fit for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
Using my Machine
ReplyDeleteI have wanted one of these for a long time! My hubby and I don't drink a lot of soda, however, I really love the idea of being able to make it ourselves like this! It just seems so dang neat!
ReplyDeleteI learned that I can control the carbonation or fizz of the soda. I'm looking forward to also controlling the amount of sugar in our soda.
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ReplyDeleteI have a Soda Stream and I love it. It was one of the first items I reviewed back when I first started blogging, so I have had mine for about 4 years now and we use it all the time!
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ReplyDeleteGoodness, my husband has been wanting one of these for a while now. We try not to drink a lot of soda, though :(
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These are fantastic! I have been begging my family to get me one for the past year!
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ReplyDeleteI learned that they have a variety of flavors, not just sodas. I want to try the Country Time Lemonade!
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I learned that it doesn't take up a lot of counter space and there is a huge selection of flavors that extend beyond just traditional soda flavors!
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From their website, I learned that they have a promo code right now to get free shipping on orders over $50 :)
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Making rootbeer!
ReplyDeleteI'm most looking forward to not having to buy numerous liters of soda again!
ReplyDeleteI would love to be able to manage how much sugar goes into our drinks at home. My husband is not a fan that i drink soda and hopefully with this i could get him to let me drink it now that we can monitor what goes into the drink.
ReplyDeleteI learned that this is truly an easy system to use, and I would look forward to cutting out soda purchases and saving the money and cutting back on sugar.
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ReplyDeleteI can make my own healthy soda and keep plastic out of the landfills
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I have learned how useful it is to have one at home. I am looking forward to using it to serve soda to my guests!
ReplyDeletei have learnt that it is better for you than soda, and i am excited to try all the flavors!!!!
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ReplyDeleteI learned that I can control the carbonation OR the fizz, you can make if however you want
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ReplyDeletethat is it reusable, carbonated, has a variety and saves money
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ReplyDeletethat soda stream is an active green product by trying to rid of over use of plastic bottles and waste
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ReplyDeleteI look forward to not only using the syrups designed for the SodaStream, but also some homemade ones. That will be cool.
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ReplyDeleteI drink way too much Pepsi and would really like an alternative. I guess I was impressed most with how many flavors there were! I also like that it would save me money!!
ReplyDeletemany different flavors and I would love to win this my 5 grandkids would just love it on our popcorn and movie nights
ReplyDeleteI really love all the flavors that you are able to choose from. I find I only drink coke and I would love to try something different.
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ReplyDeleteI found/out they have over 60 different flavors right now
ReplyDeleteI learned you can make it as fizzy or non-fizzy as you like
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ReplyDeleteI learned there are tons of flavors and that you can control the carbonation how cool is that?
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ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to having my fizzy water home made, without spending so much at the store
ReplyDeleteI learned it has alot of different flavors. Im looking forward to changing ftom drinking pop daily to having this! So much better for you :)
ReplyDeleteI love all the variety of flavors! Would love this for my family!
ReplyDeleteI love to drink soda, and this looks like a much more healthy option!
ReplyDeleteThis looks so fun to make! And a lot safer to drink, not to mention customizable.
ReplyDeleteI have an older model, and make a lot of seltzer water. I like the MyWater Orange and Lemon-Lime flavorings. And it's all kosher!
ReplyDeleteThe flavors are kosher; I make a lot of seltzer water.
ReplyDeleteThey offer lots of flavors. I think with a large family this would make a good investment.
ReplyDeleteI'm love how many flavors they offer, also how earth friendly it is.
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I love how you can pick and choose what flavor you want to make up and that it tastes so fresh.
ReplyDeleteI would love to make the flavors I want without all the bad ingredients like in other soda
ReplyDeleteI would love to try the root beer sounds great
ReplyDeleteHaha, I don't drink soda but my mom LOVES soda. This looks much more trustworthy than buying the sodas in the stores.
ReplyDeleteHave always wanted to try this, looks super easy!
ReplyDeleteI learned to Enjoy the freshness and convenience of homemade soda and protect the environment at the same time. No heavy bottles to carry, store at home or throw away.
ReplyDeleteSoda Stream produces many of my favorite flavors
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I have learned they have a lot more flavors/ choices than I thought AND I need this in my life :)
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I learned that Soda Stream is saving a lot of wasteful plastics from being used. I am looking forward to trying all the different flavors!!
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I really want to try the coke flavoring to see if we could use that instead of the Pepsi we buy.
ReplyDeleteI like that the carbonating bottle is reusable for a long time. Looking forward to sparkling raspberry lemonade!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to sparkling raspberry lemonade. Love that the carbonating bottle is reusable for a long time.
ReplyDeleteI love that this saves money. Using a soda stream is a lot cheaper than buying the same amount of soda at the store. I also love all of the variety of flavors.
ReplyDeleteI learned the is a cheaper way to get good tasting soda.
ReplyDeleteI love the flavors, and the fun of it too
ReplyDeleteYou can get free shipping on their site with a purchase of $50.
ReplyDeleteI learned how much plastic you can save. I would love to try several of the flavors.
ReplyDeleteI've learned how much better it is for the environment as well as how much easier it is than lugging those heavy bottles home! I'm looking forward to trying it for myself! :)
ReplyDeleteI like that it is better for the environment. I look forward to trying the large variety of flavors.
ReplyDeletei learned i can save money instead of buying regular coke and that is awesome
ReplyDeletei have always heard and seen advertisements about soda stream i just never paid that much attention because i was always doing somthi g until today i got to learn more about this product and i would love to try this out
ReplyDeleteI want to try this to save money. I would love try Ocean Spray cranberry.
ReplyDeleteLove to see company's bringing back old technologies with enhanced features. My gradma had an old one of these she made soda water with. Loved it.
ReplyDeleteI was surprised by how many flavors they offer. I like that you can control the amount of carbonation in your drinks
ReplyDeleteI'd like it just to make flavored carbonated Water. Yum!
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