REAL FRUIT SODA
Sidekick Pear
Clean, refreshing real-pear flavor with soft honey sweetness and a crisp finish.
Lightly sparkling, bright and made for everyday drinking.
- Real fruit
- New Zealand honey
- No cane sugar. No stevia. No erythritol.
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- Real fruit soda
- Made with New Zealand honey
What makes Sidekick different
Real fruit soda made with New Zealand honey, a splash of apple cider vinegar, and no cane sugar, no stevia, and no erythritol.
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Real fruit
Fruit gives Sidekick its bright flavor and body.
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New Zealand honey
A softer, rounder sweetness with no cane sugar, no stevia, and no erythritol.
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A crisp little kick
A splash of apple cider vinegar brings balance and a clean finish.
Pear with a grown-up finish
Clean, refreshing pear with soft honey sweetness and a crisp little kick. Easy in the fridge, easy at the table.
What's doing the sweetening
Sweetened with New Zealand honey and real fruit. No cane sugar. No stevia. No erythritol.
~13g total sugar per 355ml can, versus ~38g total sugar in a regular soda. · under 4g total sugar per 100ml
This pear soda receives universal praise for its delicious, refreshing taste that's "not overly sweet." Customers loved the real fruit flavor, healthy ingredients including apple cider vinegar and honey sweetener, and low sugar content. Many described it as a great alternative to traditional sodas. However, availability is a concern - numerous shoppers reported difficulty finding it in stores.
- Not overly sweet which is nice and I really liked that it had apple cider vinegar in it
- The taste was amazing. So refreshing, you could taste all the flavors in the bottle
- So refreshing and light - loved the pear flavour. A healthy alternative to other fizzy beverages
On a hot day this was so refreshing to drink, was surprised on the pear flavour how nice it was.
Sidekick to my mid-week lunch, delicious and very refreshing
Was definitely different type of juice… liked it all the same.
A soda without processed sugar. Really loved it. Will have to get more.
Very interesting, definitely not something I have seen before on the shelves!
The Sidekick Soda is yum!! The Pear flavour with NZ honey and a splash of cider makes a great mix of flavours.. very refreshing cold out of the fridge!
Refreshing and not too sweet 🍐🍐
Son enjoying a nice cold refreshing drink in the sunshine ☀️
Cool and refreshing with a hint of cider. Popular in our household.
Yum, so good and not too sweet, I can see this being a great base for summer drinks
Delish, pear stood out.
A refreshing drink in the afternoon.
It is very refreshing you can really taste the lovely pear, it has a nice after taste of honey. It is great that it has no additives in it. Good to see you are supporting Paw Justice. I like the fact it contains the “Mother”.
Not a pear person but this was refreshing.
Very refreshing with a light fizz.
Very nice.
Sharing a sidekick soda with my Sidekick
Refreshing yummy pear drink , definitely buy again.
This was delicious and refreshing!
Enjoying a drink the sun with Moffie!
This was so nice and refreshing. Could taste the pear and hint of apple cider vinegar. Would definitely get it again.
Nice and refreshing
Beautiful refreshing drink ❤️✅
Think this photo sums it up well. We love sidekick.
Delicious. Thank you for such a healthy drink!
This one just suits me. I feel so good after drinking it. Thanks so much making this!
Questions about Sidekick
Clean, refreshing real-pear flavor with soft honey sweetness and a crisp finish.
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New Zealand honey and natural sugar from real fruit. No cane sugar. No stevia. No erythritol.
A splash of apple cider vinegar brings balance and a clean, crisp finish — part of what makes Sidekick taste different from conventional soda.
No — it’s designed to be not-too-sweet. Honey gives a soft, rounded sweetness, while fruit and apple cider vinegar keep the finish bright and refreshing.
Yes. Sidekick works as a real-fruit base for cocktails, mocktails, spritzes, or a simple serve over ice.
Sidekick is a New Zealand–born real fruit soda, made with New Zealand honey.
What makes Sidekick different
Real fruit
Fruit gives Sidekick its bright flavor and body.
New Zealand honey
A softer, rounder sweetness with no cane sugar, no stevia, and no erythritol.
A crisp little kick
A splash of apple cider vinegar brings a little tang and a clean finish.
FAQ
How much sugar is in Sidekick compared to regular soda?
Sidekick is sweetened with New Zealand honey and real fruit — not cane sugar, stevia, or erythritol.
Sugar sits under 4g per 100ml depending on the flavor. Check each flavor’s nutrition panel for the exact number.
What do you use to sweeten Sidekick?
We use New Zealand honey as our main sweetener, plus natural sugar from real fruit.
No cane sugar. No stevia. No erythritol. No monk fruit, aspartame, or sucralose.
Is Sidekick very sweet?
No — it’s designed to be not-too-sweet.
The honey gives it a soft, rounded sweetness, while the fruit and apple cider vinegar keep the finish crisp and refreshing.
Does it taste like vinegar?
A splash of apple cider vinegar gives Sidekick a little tang and a crisp finish. Some people notice the kick more than others.
Can I use Sidekick as a mixer for cocktails or mocktails?
Absolutely.
Sidekick works as a real-fruit base for cocktails, mocktails, spritzes, or a simple over-ice serve with citrus and herbs. It pairs especially well with gin, vodka, tequila, whiskey, or sparkling water.
Real cans. Real moments.
Everyday serves, fridge fills, and favorite flavors from the Sidekick community.
Picked up by the press.
From New Zealand to the US, people are noticing a brighter kind of soda.
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