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Football Special, Tanora, Cidona, TK lemonade – Irish fizzy drinks are having a revival
Known to many as ‘minerals’, Irish regional fizzy beverages ruled the roost for decades. Now a new wave is emerging
McDaid’s Football Special, Co Donegal's mineral of choice, is enjoying a resurgence in popularity
Ali Dunworth
Mon Nov 17 2025 - 06:00
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