fizz X	refreshment X		score X
sweetness X	flavor X

We strive for a clear head and clear palate when taste-testing these beverages. Each soda is well chilled before opening, then poured into a glass for sampling. The first four aspects above are ranked according to an objective scale, while the final score is a completely subjective measure of the overall experience of sipping this beverage.

While rating these beverages, we assume that the purpose of all soft drinks is to lift the spirit, refresh the mind and soothe the body. Tasting exotic ingredients isn't always enjoyable. Our experiences of different flavors are influenced by nostalgia and previous food experiences. But while regional differences exist, we keep this unwritten ideal of soft drinks as a point of comparison when rating the overall success or failure of each bottled beverage.