re: Suggestions for alternatives for Soda

Topo Chico. I used to drink soft drinks all the time. This is by far the best sparkling water I've ever had, and I buy multiple 12 packs at a time. Now, when I drink soft drinks, it tastes to me like carbonated water with a bunch of sweet syrup poured into it, since I'm so used to the Topo Chico. I can't even drink soft drinks anymore (which seems to be your goal).

Do yourself a favor and buy it. They have flavored ones that are very subtly flavored too, if you want to try that first before switching to plain sparkling water. I have friends who don't like sparkling water but like Topo Chico. Good luck!