The Most Popular Non-Alcoholic Drink In Each State

You might be surprised to discover the most popular non-alcoholic drink in each state. It’s not always what you think it is.

Alabama-Dr Pepper

Interestingly enough this drink was created by a pharmacist in 1885 in Texas. It’s kind of a love/hate relationship with some people when it comes to this drink.

Alaska-Red Bull

The fact that Red Bull now comes in different flavors could have something to do with this. But all in all, it’s an energy drink no matter the flavor.

Arizona-Tab

How many people remember Tab? Amazingly, this drink is still around, as it’s the type that counts as an acquired taste.

Arkansas-Ginger Ale

Some folks only drink this when they have a sore stomach, but it’s not bad otherwise. It’s even a great ingredient for a lot of cocktails.

California-Cream Soda

This is a great treat most of the time, and it’s easy to make or find in the stores. On a hot day, it’s even better.

Colorado-Sweet Tea

In the minds of a lot of people, sweet tea is a non-alcoholic drink served in the South. That’s true, but it’s not necessarily the favorite drink, as this proves.

Connecticut-Squirt

It’s fun to realize where drinks were created since this was made in Arizona. But the citrus-flavored drink is a favorite back East.

Delaware-Dr Pepper

No one said that non-alcoholic drinks were claimed by one state. Dr Pepper is a favorite all over the nation.

Florida-Squirt

This makes sense, right? This state knows a lot about citrus.

Georgia-Nehi

What’s a Nehi? It’s been around for a while even if you haven’t heard of it, and they come in a lot of different flavors.

Hawaii-Diet Coke

Considering that a lot of stuff has to be shipped to the islands, one can guess that this soda is among those that are coveted. But it is kind of a surprise, yeah?

Idaho-Diet Coke

Paired with French fries or even baked potatoes, this drink isn’t too bad. As non-alcoholic drinks go it’s not too sweet and on a hot day, it’s very satisfying.

Illinois-Jarritos

Mexican fruit soda is something that’s appeared more and more in stores. Honestly, it’s pretty good.

Indiana-Sierra Mist

Indiana’s favorite non-alcoholic drink, but it was replaced eventually by Sierra Mist. This is a nice and easy drink and it is refreshing now and then.

Iowa-Squirt

Multiple states have favorite drinks, which is not surprising. Trying it just once might give a person an insight as to why.

Kansas-Fanta

Given how many flavors Fanta has it’s not tough to see that it’s designed with a lot of people in mind. Orange is a great flavor, but strawberry is pretty good.

Kentucky-Root Beer

It’s the type of drink that people love or hate. Hey, a root beer float on a hot day? Yes, please.

Louisiana-Sprite

If you’re sick or need a quick pick-me-up, this is great. It’s even better on a warm day just for a refresher.

Maine-Root Beer

There are a lot of different types of root beer to choose from. But Maine residents appear to favor A&W.

Maryland-Jones Soda

You can find this drink in a lot of states, but Maryland appears to be where it’s the most popular. The plethora of flavors is impressive and nice to see.

Massachusetts-Mountain Dew

Do you do the Dew? Massachusetts natives do so more power to them.

Michigan-Slurpees

Let’s be honest, a lot of states take after Michigan when the weather turns hot. Slurpees are versatile and extremely good when you’re overheated.

Minnesota-Orange Soda

It sounds like something you’d order at a McDonald’s as a kid because you don’t know the name, right? But hey, orange soda is orange soda.

Mississippi-Sunkist

Some states are a little more discerning, which means that they’re a little more prone to picking what they want. Sunkist is good, there’s no doubt about it.

Missouri-Faygo

How many people have heard about this non-alcoholic drink? Show of hands how many people recognize the name. Anyone?

Montana-Pepsi

It’s kind of surprising that it took this long for Pepsi to show up on the list. It is one of the top brands in the nation after all.

Nebraska-Sprite

Lemon-lime soda is definitely a favorite in many states. But they all have their own brand to stand by, right?

Nevada-Crush

This one brings back memories of childhood since it’s been around for a while. There are other flavors, but orange is one of the absolute favorites.

New Hampshire-Diet Coke

There’s something addictive about Diet Coke, and I’m pretty sure it’s not just the caffeine. It goes well with a lot of stuff to be fair.

New Jersey-Monster Energy

Hey, to each their own. Not everyone can handle energy drinks, but this is Jersey man.

New Mexico-Ginger Ale

You don’t often ask what type of ginger ale a person likes, do you? A lot of it tastes very similar.

New York-Faygo

It would appear that New York and Missouri have something in common when it comes to taste. Maybe other states will start taking note.

North Carolina-Root Beer

Chalk up another one for root beer, with its sweet and foamy goodness. Hey, some people have great taste.

North Dakota-Coke Zero

It’s still Coke, technically, but with a little less something. It’s kind of an acquired taste to be fair.

Ohio-Faygo

Is there something that other states don’t know or like about Faygo? Three states so far appear to be crazy over it.

Oklahoma-Cream Soda

Italian cream sodas are the thing here, and honestly, there’s not much difference. They still taste good and are worth having on a hot day.

Oregon-Dr Pepper

Yep, the state of Oregon does love a good Dr Pepper. Some people like it warm though…which is fine I guess.

Pennsylvania-Iced Tea

It’s not just a southern thing, remember. Tea is good no matter where you go.

Rhode Island-Orange Soda

Props to those who love orange soda, it’s just great. Plus, it’s great nostalgia.

South Carolina-Nehi

Maybe the folks on the West Coast need a taste of Nehi to see what it’s like. It could be mind-blowing.

South Dakota-Root Beer

It’s hard to explain, but root beer is just good. Yeah, it’s that simple.

Tennessee-Lemonade

It feels a little stereotypical, doesn’t it? Meh, who cares? It’s just good.

Texas-Cream Soda

You might think it would be Dr Pepper since this is the state where it was first made. But Texans love a good cream soda.

Utah-Crush

Yep, Crush is still a big love of many people, and Utah enjoys plenty of it. As for flavor, well, it doesn’t matter, it’s just good.

Vermont-Cream Soda

You can’t really wonder too hard why some states would use cream soda as their number one non-alcoholic drink.

Virginia-Fanta

Fanta is another great-tasting soda that a lot of people can’t resist. It’s just fun to say too.

Washington-Green River Soda

Up in the Pacific Northwest, lime-flavored soda is at the top of the list. It’s not as well-known, but it’s still a favorite.

West Virginia-Mountain Dew

There’s something about Mountain Dew that people like. Maybe it’s the sudden jolt of sugar…I mean energy.

Wisconsin-Jolly Good Soda

Some states love their own product, and you can’t blame them. Sometimes local flavor is the best.

Wyoming-Coke Zero

Apparently, it’s the same taste, according to some people. Hey, people like what they like.