TOP 8 best brands of tarragon lemonade: rating, naturalness check, which one to choose, reviews

Tarragon lemonade is a traditional emerald-colored soft drink, the recipe for which was first invented by a Georgian pharmacist at the end of the 19th century. Mass production of lemonade was launched only a hundred years later in the Soviet Union. It was sold in glass bottles and soda machines.

A real drink based on the extract of the tarragon plant (another name is tarragon) has a rather yellow tint. It is usually tinted or produced in green glass bottles, because this is how it has been remembered by the consumer since Soviet times. Today's review includes the 8 best brands of tarragon lemonade - we will analyze their composition and tell you what to guide you when choosing soda in the store.

Rating of TOP 8 producers of tarragon lemonade

Based on consumer feedback, 8 of the most well-known brands of emerald soda were selected. In order of popularity, the rating is as follows:

"Chernogolovka"

A highly carbonated sweet drink according to a traditional Georgian recipe in a glass bottle. Made in accordance with GOST standards on the basis of spices and plant materials. A refreshing summer soda in a rich green color with no added sweeteners.

According to the expertise of the Roskontrol organization, the product has earned a positive assessment in terms of safety and organoleptic properties. The drink contains preservatives and colorants indicated in the composition. Sediments of natural origin may be precipitated. Shelf life is 1 year from the date of manufacture, after opening, store no more than 3 days in the refrigerator.

The lemonade is delicious and pleasant chilled. Thirst almost does not quench, because it is sweet. It is worth drinking it just for fun. The bottle cap is unreliable, the contents are just — pours out.

"Good old traditions"

Strong sparkling lemonade according to the classic recipe of the 80s in a glass container with a screw cap. The product is made in accordance with GOST with the addition of pure Senezhskaya water and does not contain preservatives. The composition contains a natural extract of tarragon, as well as synthetic food colors.

Shelf life: 18 months. It is recommended to store an opened bottle for no more than 24 hours in the refrigerator.

Of all the similar drinks with the name “Tarhun” this one came to my taste the most. The composition, of course, is not ideal: dyes are present, but there are no preservatives, and this is already a rarity.

"Star Bar"

Carbonated lemonade in a glass container with a volume of 175 ml. A sweet drink with a rich spicy tarragon aroma in a compact mini-format with a twist-off lid. The product meets the requirements of GOST and does not contain added preservatives.

The drink loses its organoleptic properties when warm, therefore it is recommended to drink it pre-chilled. The shelf life is 1.5 years, in open form - no more than a day.

Delicious and not too sweet drink at an affordable price. Small bottle — this is a convenient dosage for one person, especially if you need to quickly quench your thirst, but you don't want to buy a large container.

"Natakhtari"

Traditional Georgian lemonade with tarragon aroma in a glass with a canning lid. The product is made on the basis of pure spring water from a mountain spring. A moderately carbonated drink with tonic properties is pleasant to drink pre-chilled in the heat.

Contains tarragon flavor, not natural extract. The composition contains dyes and preservatives. The drink is good for 270 days from the date of production.

Delicious and moderately carbonated lemonade from Georgia. Looks like a real tarragon — however, this is just a successful imitation, it is just a tarragon flavor, not an extract.

"Favorite Scent"

Medium carbonated sweet drink based on Soviet traditions in a glass bottle with an iron lid. The drink does not contain natural tarragon - a flavoring agent is used as a substitute.

Contains preservatives, sweeteners and colors. Safe for use within 1 year from the date of manufacture, keep opened containers in the refrigerator for no more than 24 hours.

From cheap, perhaps one of the most successful — quite tasty and invigorating. With sugar, however, they went too far, after drinking the drink I want to drink even more.

"Ascania"

Highly carbonated drink in an oblong glass bottle with a lid. Lemonade is made according to GOST standards on the basis of natural tarragon extract without adding sweeteners. The content of added dyes and preservatives does not exceed the permissible values.

Due to its safe composition and high tasting ratings, the product was awarded the Quality Mark from the expert organization Roskachestvo. Shelf life of the product: 9 months, after opening the container it must be stored in the refrigerator.

Lemonade is one of the best you can get in a supermarket. Moderately carbonated and refreshing, it may feel too sweet — but the taste is just like from childhood. A beautiful bottle grabs attention and stands out from the rest.

"Holy Grail"

Medium carbonated drink in a glass container with a metal canning lid. Emerald-colored lemonade is made on the basis of purified artesian water and natural tarragon infusion with the addition of sugar syrup. Due to the presence of natural ingredients, the product can release a natural sludge.

Soda contains no sweeteners or synthetic flavors. Shelf life is 3 months, an open bottle can be stored for no more than 2 days in the refrigerator.

A very tasty drink with a more or less good composition, in comparison with analogues. The lemonade is not sugary at all, which is very pleasing. Vanilla adds zest to everything familiar from childhood.

"Kalinov Lemonade"

Carbonated soft drink in vintage glass container. According to the information on the label, it is prepared on the basis of a traditional recipe of the 19th century with the addition of natural essential oil of the herb tarragon. The product is made in accordance with GOST and does not contain sweeteners. The composition contains dyes and preservatives. The presence of sediment of natural origin is allowed.

Lemonade retains its organoleptic properties for 1 year from the date of production; it can be stored open for no more than a day.

It seems that I found for myself the same tarragon, as close as possible in taste to what was produced in the USSR. I like the whole series of lemonades from this manufacturer, good quality, although there are many harmful elements in the composition.

What to look for when choosing tarragon lemonade in a store

On a hot summer day, we often catch ourselves thinking that it would be nice to refresh ourselves with something pleasant and invigorating, for example, our favorite lemonade. The following guidelines will help you better navigate when choosing your favorite soda from a huge assortment.

• As always, the composition is of decisive importance in the choice of a particular product. Tarragon is no exception, so look for a natural tarragon extract in your drink, not a flavor replacement. Artificial sweeteners are best avoided, too. It is best if the composition contains just regular sugar.
• The bright green color of the drink should be alarming. The more intense the shade, the more synthetic dyes the manufacturer added.
• The label should contain information about the level of carbonation of the drink. As a rule, tarragon is highly carbonated and medium carbonated. This does not affect the quality in any way, but everyone's taste preferences are different. Carbon dioxide also acts as a preservative here.
• Pay attention to the contents of the beverage container. Natural precipitation is inherent in lemonades of natural origin. A product based on artificial substitutes will be as transparent as possible.
• The bottle cap must seal the container tightly and securely. If it lends itself quite easily to rotary manipulations, then dangerous bacteria could penetrate inside, and all the gas has probably already evaporated.