What Flavour is Irn-Bru meant to be?

IRN-BRU is loved by millions world-wide, but the taste is often a hot topic of debate. Bubblegum, tutti-fruity, orange, or cream soda; no one has ever quite managed to describe the exact flavour.
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What is the actual flavour of Irn-Bru?

It's orange but not orange flavoured but it's exactly how you would imagine an orange drink that isn't orange flavoured would taste, all orangey (but not orange). Their main flavouring is banana extract.
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What is Irn-Bru flavour for?

Irn-Bru is known for its bright orange colour and unique flavour. As of 1999 it contained 0.002% of ammonium ferric citrate, sugar, 32 flavouring agents including caffeine and quinine (but not in Australia), and two controversial colourings (Sunset Yellow FCF E110 and Ponceau 4R E124).
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Does Irn-Bru taste like metal?

WackGet. Those familiar with the Scottish soft drink Irn-Bru may be familiar with the marketing slogan: "It's made of girders." This is due to the drink's taste which some describe as having a metallic edge.
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How many Flavours are in Irn-Bru?

Launched in 1901 in Scotland, IRN-BRU is a carbonated soft drink made to an original secret recipe, which contains 32 flavours.
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What Does Irn Bru Taste Like?



Is Irn-Bru illegal in America?

Along with Penguin biscuits and Marmite, Irn Bru was banned by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency for being “enriched with vitamins and minerals.” Banned in the USA.
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What is Irn-Bru flavour Reddit?

Apparently it tastes like bubblegum. BARR already do a bubblegum soda, it's blue and it's just called "BARR bubblegum." Irn bru tastes nothing like bubblegum soda.
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Can you get drunk on Irn-Bru?

Irn-Bru contains trace amounts of alcohol

However the amount involved is so small as to be virtually negligible, meaning everyone, including the Muslim community, could continue to enjoy Irn-Bru.
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Is Irn-Bru like Lucozade?

Lucozade Original's lurid yellow appearance comes from sunset yellow, or E110, while Irn-Bru's distinctive orange glow comes from sunset yellow and a red colouring, ponceau 4R (E124).
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Is Irn-Bru good for hangovers?

As a carbonated drink packed with iron, Irn-Bru is a popular hangover cure in Scotland.
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Does Irn-Bru outsell Coke in Scotland?

Make sure you try Irn-Bru – Scotland's 'other' national drink. Scotland is one of the few countries in the world where a locally-made soft drink outsells Coca-Cola.
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What flavour is Red Bull?

It's an incredibly distinctive flavor, but you probably can't name it. No one has been able to really settle on just what the flavor is, although ideas range from things like liquid sweet tarts to cough syrup with added sugar.
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Is Scottish Irn-Bru different?

Scotland's other national drink is much loved by Scots - just don't mention the recipe change. Arguably, Irn-Bru is more Scottish than haggis, square sausage or even whisky and is one of the first things people will inevitably ask any Scot about. Just don't ask us to describe the taste... we might be here for a while.
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Do Scots like Irn-Bru?

As iconic as whisky and as famous as haggis, Scotland's other national drink, Irn-Bru, is widely enjoyed not just in the land of its birth but also across the globe. Synonymous with Scottish culture, most Scots claim they couldn't live without it - while others claim it is the best hangover cure around.
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What flavour is blue Fanta?

A FANTAstic and unique special edition flavour of Fanta. Although not a blue liquid, the blend of lemon and elderflower make this an enjoyable and thirst quenching soft drink, best served ice cold. Make It A Gift!
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Does Irn-Bru taste like cream soda?

IRN-BRU is loved by millions world-wide, but the taste is often a hot topic of debate. Bubblegum, tutti-fruity, orange, or cream soda; no one has ever quite managed to describe the exact flavour.
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What flavour is cola?

Cola is a carbonated soft drink flavored with vanilla, cinnamon, citrus oils and other flavorings. Cola became popular worldwide after the American pharmacist John Pemberton invented Coca-Cola, a trademarked brand, in 1886, which was imitated by other manufacturers.
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What is Scottish slang for a soft drink?

A fizzy drink; sometimes Scotland's favourite, Irn Bru, but the term can be used for any fizzy juice. in Glasgow 'Sláinte' is commonly used as a drinking toast.
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What is Irn-Bru and vodka called?

Bourbon and Irn-Bru. Vodka and Irn-Bru." Adding in the Irn-Bru reduction. He continues: "We also do a Buckfast cocktail so I developed a secret off-menu drink called a Buckybomb. It's like a Jägerbomb but you put vodka and Irn-Bru in a glass and then drop in a shot glass of Buckfast.
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Can Muslims drink Irn-Bru?

"These soft drinks do not cause one to become intoxicated whatever quantities are consumed and thus it is not important to disclose these ingredients as they do not affect the concerned food or drink's permissibility," the organisation said.
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How is Irn-Bru pronounce?

For a visitor to Scotland, it can be difficult to understand the local passion for a neon orange soda that locals call "the brew." The drink is Irn Bru (pronounced "iron brew").
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Why does Irn-Bru taste like bubble gum?

Most of us have never tasted it in glass, and don't know what they're missing. The plastic is what makes us think it tastes like bubblegum.
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How long is 1901 Irn-Bru out for?

Storage. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Serve cool once opened, keep refrigerated and consume within 3 days.
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What flavour is blue WKD?

Description. Sparkling Mixed Fruit Flavoured Alcoholic Malt-Based Premix. Original and the No1: WKD Blue is deliciously sweet and bursting with flavours of mixed fruits. Contains Caffeine.
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