Mishry Rating
Summary
The packaging is one of the standout features of Dobra Pop Goli Soda. However, the fizziness and flavors could have been better. The rating is for the Mango Goli Soda which was the best amongst the three flavors we tested.
Dobra specializes in crafting light drinks, flavorful snacks and candies. The brand aims to reconnect consumers with the simple joys and the playful spirit of their childhood. Do you remember the fizzy delight of a refreshing marble soda (Banta) on a hot summer day? Dobra captures those same feelings with a delightful twist. We reviewed its Pop Goli Soda in three flavors – Mango, Apple Mojito and Grape.
Does it capture the essence of Goli Soda with a modern twist? Let’s decode our experience in the Dobra Pop Goli Soda review.
Table of Contents
Dobra Pop Goli Soda – Quick Glance
We reviewed the following variants of Dobra Pop Goli Soda:
| Dobra Pop Goli Soda | Mishry Rating |
| Mango | 3.17 |
| Apple Mojito | 3 |
| Grape | 2.67 |
Our Review Factors
What are we looking for? We are looking for a Goli Soda that captures the essence of classic marble soda with balanced sweetness and delightful flavor.
1. Taste
How does the overall soda taste? Is the flavor strong or subtle? Is the sweetness balanced? Lastly, we also noted if it leaves any pleasant/unpleasant aftertaste.
2. Fizz
The entire joy of having a banta is the fizz. We are looking at:
- The level of fizz
- Is the carbonation present throughout the drink, or dissipate quickly?
3. Packaging
Goli soda is quite popular for its unique and fun packaging. Hence for this review, we’ll prioritize an in-depth analysis of its packaging. Here we are assessing the visual appeal of the bottle and its resemblance to the traditional Codd-neck bottle.
Additionally, we also noted data on the different flavors offered, price, main ingredients and shelf life.
Dobra Pop Goli Soda – Detailed Review
For decades, goli soda has held a distinct place in Indian drinking culture, dating back to the mid-20th century. However, the popularity of mass-produced aerated drinks eventually contributed to the downfall of Goli Soda. However, Goli Soda is again seen making a comeback today.
Did you know that each Indian region has its unique variation of marble soda? Goli soda in the south, Banta or Kancha soda in the north, and Fotash jawl in the east.
The word Dobra is a sum of: the POLISH word meaning Good & Great + the INDIAN word Dobara meaning Again & Continue. Dobra Pop Goli Soda is available in 6 exciting flavors – Mango, Grape, Apple Mojito, Blueberry, Kokum Jeera and Nimbu Masala. We have put to test 3 of these flavors – Mango, Grape and Apple Mojito.
The packaging of all the 3 reviewed variants is quite interesting. It has a nostalgic touch – which is essentially like a banta bottle with a marble at the neck. However, this is made of plastic. Each of them retails at a cost of Rs. 65 for 225 ml bottle. These have a shelf life of 6 months.
Our experience with each variant with the relevant pros and cons are discussed in this section below:
1. Mango Goli Soda
Our Review Experience
First things first, the bottle is really fun to open! All you have to do is pop the marble down to access the soda. The Pop Goli Soda Mango variant boasts a fresh mango flavor. The flavor is reminiscent of biting into a mango bite.
The only drawback here is the high sweetness level and the relatively low fizziness. It lacks the sharp fizz that sodas are known for.
Main Ingredients
Mineral Water, Sugar, Carbon Dioxide, Nature Identical Flavoring Substances (Mango), Emulsifying & Stabilizing Agent (INS311, INS 414), Acidity Regulator (INS 296), Permitted Synthetic Food Colors (INS 133, INS 122), Permitted Class II and Preservatives (E211).
- Delightful mango flavor
- Fun packaging
- High on sweetness
- This lacks a crisp fizz
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2. Apple Mojito Goli Soda
Our Review Experience
This variant of Goli Soda delivers a primary apple juice-like flavor which is quite similar to the popular apple beverage ‘Appy’. The secondary flavor is the subtle hint of mint which adds a refreshing twist. The soda is notably sweet.
This beverage has a vibrant green hue that looks quite appealing and eye-catching. However, the drink is not fizzy and lacks the refreshing effervescence.
Main Ingredients
Mineral Water, Sugar, Carbon Dioxide, Green Apple Juice (1%), Mint Extract, Nature Identical Flavoring Substances (Lemon, Mint), Acidity Regulator (E330), Permitted Synthetic Food Colour (E143, E102, E133), Permitted Class II and Preservatives (E202, E211, E224).
3. Grape Goli Soda
Our Review Experience
Unlike the above variants, this Pop Goli Soda does not deliver the flavors as promised. The grape flavor is not really pronounced and feels almost negligible. The sweetness is present which is quite similar to the other variants. However, the fizziness is extremely low. The lack of fizz is one of the reasons why the drink appears flat.
Main Ingredients
Mineral Water, Sugar, Carbon dioxide, Nature identical flavoring substance (Grape), Emulsifying & Stabilizing Agent (INS 331,INS 414), Acidity Regulator (INS 296), Permitted Synthetic Food Colour (INS 133, INS 122), Permitted Class II and Preservative (E211).
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some interesting FAQs on Dobra Pop Goli Soda Review:
These Pop Goli Sodas have a shelf life of 6 months.
This is when it gets fun! The carbonation in the drink forces the stone up into the bottle’s neck, sealing it. To open it, you have to press your thumb down on the marble, then release the pressure with a satisfying pop.
Goli soda also known as Banta Soda in North India is a beverage made with carbonated water, flavored syrup and at times a hint of salt. The unique part about these beverages is the eye-catching packaging. Unlike traditional soda bottles, goli soda is offered in a Codd-neck bottle with a marble stopper.
Yes. All the 3 flavors we reviewed contain sugar.
Yes, these contain the following artificial colors:
- Mango & Grape – INS 133, INS 122
- Apple Mojito – E143, E102, E133
Final Words
In summary, the packaging of this soda is extremely nostalgic, featuring a kancha/marble in the bottle. However, the flavors and fizz fall short of expectations. The ingredient list could have been cleaner while the packaging is the highlight of the review. Among the flavors we reviewed, the mango flavor was preferred over the rest, followed by the Apple Mojito flavor. The grape flavor however was the least favorite, which almost had a mild cough-syrup-like aftertaste.
