From Booze to Reef, why the ’90s alcopop is still all that and a bag of chips

THE ’90s are back, and we are calling it – the alcopop is Never ever Ever disappearing!

Some things – The Macarena, Rimmel’s Heather Shimmer lippy and boob tubes, among others – can remain in the past, however if like me you invested your teenage years necking Booze with your mates to a soundtrack of TLC while trying out push-up bras and considering your very first tattoo, you’ll be desperate for another swig of the great times.

Fortunately for all of us, all the old favorites are “Cleopatra Comin’ Atcha”, thanks to a substantial ’90s revival throughout the board – from pedal pushers to Noel and Liam – and we can’t get enough.

Whether it’s a themed hen do, a huge birthday or you’re seeing a few of the very best bands from the past on phase this summer season, it might be time to switch your G&T tinnies for alcopops.

Booze, Breezer, Reef and VKs ruled the roost with their sweet flavours and lurid colours, so how do they determine up today?

Here’s why the alcopop is still all that and a bag of chips …

Sporting an upgraded appearance and 3 brand-new flavours – Zesty Orange, Zing Lime and Crisp Watermelon – the renowned bottle has actually relaunched in bars and shops this month, and it certainly Smells Like Teenager Spirit.

With an RRP of ₤ 2 and a 3.4% ABV, it will not spend a lot, and as Claire Presland, international director of Breezer stated: “Whether you’re reliving nights passed, or finding Breezer for the very first time, this summer season is the ideal time to attempt its 3 brand-new flavours and find which one is your fruity favourite.”

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An individual favorite of mine, this lemon-lime vodka mix was constantly a fantastic refresher, whether swigged directly from the bottle ’90s- design or “put into a high glass over cubed ice and garnished with a lemon wedge”, as advised by the folks at Smirnoff.

They state that “it’s the perfect present for any vodka lovers” – I state it’s excellent for UK garage lovers who reckon “With a bit of this, we can make it through the night …”

Heading to a celebration? The new release of Reef this month is available in resealable containers – an initially in the UK alcoholic all set to consume market.

Lighter than the initial glass bottles and completely recyclable, it’s a prompt upgrade on the beverage, which went back to racks in 2015 in bottle type to provide fans old and brand-new a taste of that renowned orange and enthusiasm fruit.

It makes sure to be a struck with Gen Z, thanks to its lower ABV and light, fruity flavour, making it perfect for picnics and events instead of caning it ’90s- design.

Location Your Hand On, Location Your Hands On … a bottle of Reef.

Cherry has actually currently shown a hit in interiors and charm for 2025, and now the OG alcopop is offered in a shimmering Black Cherry flavour, too.

The 3.4% vodka mix is equipped in Tesco, Asda, Morrisons, Home Bargains and B&M, and even is available in a mega blended celebration pack with a series of flavours, consisting of Strawberry & & Lime, Orange & Passionfruit, Apple & & Mango and, obviously, Blue (do not forget what that does to your teeth, individuals!).

We are enjoying the slick dark cherry bottles – it’s providing Wednesday Addams with a twist of B * Witched.

This summer season is Booze’s 30th anniversary (yes, we feel old too!), and to commemorate there’s a re-release of the 1995 can, including the renowned lemon style, plus a brand-new Cherry flavour.

Not just that, however in some bars and bars throughout the UK, real fans of the beverage can discover it on draught, for the very first time ever, plus in a 24-pack for ₤ 38.

Booze was, for numerous 40-somethings, their very first brush with alcohol, and it’s constantly been the brand name that’s meant “unapologetic irreverence” – ideal if you’re still commemorating the Sanctuary trip, Some May State …