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I'm Chris Watson, the chap that brings you Soda Pop Craft.

Like many, I'm a HUGE soda drinks fan and have an obsession with making, testing, and trying the myriad of flavors and brands from across the world. As well as brewing my own homemade soda concoctions.

This blog aims to bring you everything soda-related - so whether that’s burning questions, tips, recipes, and even in-depth tutorials for making your own healthy soft drinks at home. Pop a bottle and have a browse…

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