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Do you love soda but want to avoid all the artificial flavours and added sugars? Look no further! In this ultimate soda maker guide, we will show you how to create restaurant quality and delicious drinks right in the comfort of your own home. Whether you're a fan of classic cola, zesty lemonade, or adventurous fruit blends, we've got you covered. With the help of our Sparkler soda maker, you can fully control the ingredients that go into your drinks, ensuring a healthier option without compromising on taste. Say goodbye to pre-made soda and hello to endless flavour possibilities. Plus, your DIY soda-making adventures will...

When the holidays roll around, one of the best ways to celebrate is by crafting unique and delicious Christmas cocktails. With Six Barrel Soda’s range of small-batch syrups and sugar-free Seltz Drops, you can create holiday drinks that will wow your guests and add a memorable twist to traditional drinks. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or enjoying a cozy night at home, here are six wonderful Christmas cocktails to make your holiday season merry and bright!  1. Strawberry Ginger Mimosa Ingredients: Brut champagne Freshly-squeezed orange juice  30ml Strawberry Ginger Syrup Fresh strawberries and mandarins for garnish Method: Add 30ml of Strawberry Ginger...

Sparkling your own soda water is great for both the environment and your pocket. Every gas bottle can sparkle up to 60l of water - that works out at around 40c per litre! ⁠⁠Standard soda water costs $1-$3 per litre, so every gas bottle can save you up to $156! ⁠Not to mention saving 60 plastic bottles from the recycling bin. Owning a soda maker is a no-brainer!  The Sparkler is our SodaStream alternative, perfect for making your own natural, premium sodas and seltzers at home without the waste of single use plastics.⁠ Order The Sparkler direct from our online shop

We're so excited to announce that our sugar-free Yuzu & Mandarin Seltz Drops have been named the Champion Drink at the Outstanding NZ Food Producer Awards 2024! Last month we were awarded gold by the panel of judges – which was exciting enough! – but that put us in contention for the grand final. In a blind tasting, we were up against some amazing drinks from some our our favourite local producers, so we're incredibly happy to be named the overall champion drink for 2024. We're super grateful to our wonderful team for all their hard work in creating our low-waste and naturally flavoured Seltz Drops. Every little...