This is the Zesto Dalandan Fruit Soda made with dalandan extract and natural flavour.
The beverage had a translucent yellow-orange hue with a mellow, sweet orange aroma and moderate effervescence. When consumed chilled, the flavour opened with an intense sweetness reminiscent of ripe oranges. Mid-sip, a floral zestiness emerged, gradually intensifying towards the finish as a juicy acidity developed, balancing the initial sweetness and adding aromatic depth. The carbonation provided a refreshing lift, cleansing the palate for a clean aftertaste.
The flavour profile was reminiscent of a floral orange, falling somewhere between a zesty calamansi, a sweet mandarin, and a fragrant yuzu, though the sourness was notably restrained—likely due to the level of added sweetness. While the soda had a well-balanced sweetness and a bright, natural citrus character, a more pronounced tanginess would have enhanced its complexity and body. As it stood, while refreshing, it was not compelling enough to warrant a future repurchase.
This Zesto Dalandan Fruit Soda contained 330 mL. It was produced in The Phillipines and purchased in Sydney, Australia in 2024.