This is the Asahi Calpis Soda Domestic Strawberry Cream Soda, a limited-release soda featured 1% domestically produced strawberry juice blended with Calpis’ signature cultured dairy base.

The beverage had a soft pastel pink hue and carried a tangy yoghurt aroma with sweet berry undertones, reminiscent of red creaming soda. Light to moderate carbonation supported the profile without overwhelming it. Consumed chilled, the drink opened with the familiar sweet-tangy notes of strawberry yoghurt, with a smooth, creamy mouthfeel with rounded notes of vanilla. By mid-sip, the dairy notes softened, allowing the strawberry flavour to build in clarity and brightness. The fruit’s natural acidity balanced the sweetness well, and the bubbles provided a light palate cleanse, leaving a clean, refreshing finish.

Overall, a well-balanced take on strawberry cream soda with fresh strawberry character, worth repurchasing.

This Asahi Calpis Soda Domestic Strawberry Cream Soda contained 500 mL. It was produced in Japan and purchased in Sydney, Australia in 2025.