# Vanilla Coke - who's had it? **URL:** \ **Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\ **Created:** [June 6, 2002, 10:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745 "2002-06-06T22:05:49Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Esprix](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/esprix/32/7899_2.png) [@Esprix](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Esprix)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2002, 10:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/1 "2002-06-06T22:05:49Z")
I understand it’s finally being released commercially, and San Diego was _supposed_ to be one of the first cities it was launched in, but I haven’t seen it yet. Has anyone seen it? had it? thoughts? Esprix ---
**Author:** ![wring](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/w/838e76/32.png) [@wring](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/wring)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2002, 10:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/2 "2002-06-06T22:08:50Z")
I’ve had it in (pause for dramatic effect) Lansing MI. Shrug. I’m not a real cola drinker in the first place,but have grown to like the lemon varities, I didn’t care for this much, but my up to the minute, happenin’ son loves it. ---
**Author:** ![Jonathan\_Chance](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/jonathan_chance/32/701_2.png) [@Jonathan\_Chance](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jonathan_Chance)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2002, 10:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/3 "2002-06-06T22:10:05Z")
Lady Chance currently _lives_ for the stuff. It’s only available here (Northern Virginia) as 20 ounce singles. Six packs and such become available the 15th (so I’m told). ---
**Author:** ![vanilla](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/v/f19dbf/32.png) [@vanilla](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/vanilla)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2002, 10:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/4 "2002-06-06T22:12:07Z")
Its here in Cleveland. I’m afraid to try it… I prefer pepsi myself…hmmmm…chocolate pepsi! ---
**Author:** ![stankow](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/cdc98d/32.png) [@stankow](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/stankow)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2002, 10:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/5 "2002-06-06T22:18:51Z")
I’ve had it in Syracuse, New York, where it’s in the vending machine in my office building. It’s okay. I get more vanilla in the aftertaste than I do in the actual drink, which bugs me. Not going to replace Dr. Pepper as far as easily available soda goes. ---
**Author:** ![Esprix](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/esprix/32/7899_2.png) [@Esprix](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Esprix)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2002, 10:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/6 "2002-06-06T22:18:59Z")
I, of course, grew up on the _real_ stuff in Philadelphia - vanilla syrup in Coke at any diner anywhere. I do dig lemon Pepsi, so I’m glad they finally caved in with vanilla Coke. can’t wait to try it! Esprix ---
**Author:** ![Podkayne](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/edb3f5/32.png) [@Podkayne](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Podkayne)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2002, 10:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/7 "2002-06-06T22:22:10Z")
'Salright. Not something to go out of you way for. It pales next to a _real_ vanilla Coke made with vanilla syrup as God Intended, similar in lameness to Cherry Coke and Cherry Pepsi. ---
**Author:** ![racer72](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/racer72/32/3075_2.png) [@racer72](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/racer72)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2002, 10:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/8 "2002-06-06T22:22:10Z")
Pepsi drinker here. Tried a bottle, don’t care much for it. But then, I don’t drink regualar Coke either. ---
**Author:** ![Slainte](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/a698b9/32.png) [@Slainte](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Slainte)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2002, 10:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/9 "2002-06-06T22:23:23Z")
I’ve had it… as **Jonathan Chance** mentioned, I have only found it in 20 oz. plastic bottles thus far. I found it at gas station convenience stores. I really enjoy it a lot - tastes like a “creamier” coke - quite good. It’s not as vanilla-y as I had hoped it would be, it’s more vanilla extract than vanilla-flavored syrup. Also, we just got a “bottle coke machine” at work which has it too so I’m happy. YMMV but I like it. Give it a try - check the gas station stores. ---
**Author:** ![Slainte](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/a698b9/32.png) [@Slainte](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Slainte)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2002, 10:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/10 "2002-06-06T22:28:32Z")
I’ve had it… as **Jonathan Chance** mentioned, I have only found it in 20 oz. plastic bottles thus far. I found it at gas station convenience stores. I really enjoy it a lot - tastes like a “creamier” coke - quite good. It’s not as vanilla-y as I had hoped it would be, it’s more vanilla extract than vanilla-flavored syrup. Also, we just got a “bottle coke machine” at work which has it too so I’m happy. YMMV but I like it. Give it a try - check the gas station stores. ---
**Author:** ![Slainte](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/a698b9/32.png) [@Slainte](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Slainte)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2002, 10:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/11 "2002-06-06T22:35:59Z")
The board did that - I _swear_! ---
**Author:** ![Fern\_Forest](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/f/71c47a/32.png) [@Fern\_Forest](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Fern_Forest)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2002, 10:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/12 "2002-06-06T22:39:23Z")
We got it last week in Honolulu. I had been waiting in anticipation. I like it a lot, it tastes great when you burp. ---
**Author:** ![World\_Eater](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/w/f04885/32.png) [@World\_Eater](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/World_Eater)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2002, 10:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/13 "2002-06-06T22:41:52Z")
I’ve seen it here in NYC, but everytime I have $1.50 in my hand, I end up walking out with a Corona. ---
**Author:** ![interface2x](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/i/c0e974/32.png) [@interface2x](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/interface2x)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2002, 11:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/14 "2002-06-06T23:12:08Z")
Finally got a 20 oz bottle when I was in Vegas last weekend. It was pretty good, but I agree with most people who say that it needs less Coke and more Vanilla. ---
**Author:** ![imthjckaz](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/imthjckaz/32/3223_2.png) [@imthjckaz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/imthjckaz)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2002, 11:27pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/15 "2002-06-06T23:27:15Z")
I haven’t seen it here yet, and don’t know if I want to try it. Somebody [here](http://www.livejournal.com/talkread.bml?journal=product_reviews&itemid=690) has tried it and offered a review. ---
**Author:** ![Daowajan](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/3bc359/32.png) [@Daowajan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Daowajan)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2002, 11:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/16 "2002-06-06T23:30:42Z")
I liked it. I’ve never poured vanilla extract into a Coke before though. Sounds like something to try mixing tonight. How much vanilla for how much Coke should there be? Yes, I am that lame. My idea of mixing drinks is putting vanilla extract in a Coke. ---
**Author:** ![racinchikki](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/eada6e/32.png) [@racinchikki](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/racinchikki)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2002, 11:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/17 "2002-06-06T23:44:46Z")
It’s pretty good. It’s kinda reminiscent of cream soda, but not as sweet. ---
**Author:** ![HelloKitty](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/ecccb3/32.png) [@HelloKitty](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HelloKitty)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2002, 11:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/18 "2002-06-06T23:46:45Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by Daowajan \* > \*\*I liked it. I’ve never poured vanilla extract into a Coke before though. Sounds like something to try mixing tonight. How much vanilla for how much Coke should there be? > > Yes, I am that lame. My idea of mixing drinks is putting vanilla extract in a Coke. \*\* Vanilla Coke is usually made with vanilla SYRUP, not vanilla extract. Not sure you would get the effect you’re looking for by using extract, I think it would end up being too bitter or medicinal tasting. A true Vanilla Coke is a sublime blend of sweet vanilla and Coke, kinda like a vanilla ice cream Coke float. Do you have a Sonic in your neighborhood? If so, try one there, they are quite tasty. Or, also some Dairy Queen’s serve flavored drinks. ---
**Author:** ![Why\_A\_Duck](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/w/13edae/32.png) [@Why\_A\_Duck](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Why_A_Duck)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2002, 11:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/19 "2002-06-06T23:54:13Z")
I’ve had it. It’s cream soda. ---
**Author:** ![ezra\_brooks](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/e/13edae/32.png) [@ezra\_brooks](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ezra_brooks)\ **Post date:** [June 7, 2002, 12:06am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745/20 "2002-06-07T00:06:36Z")
It does taste like cream soda. We have a drug store in town that still has a soda fountain and they make a true vanilla coke. [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vanilla-coke-whos-had-it/112745.md?page=2)