Tastes like nostalgia! Snack fans reveal the retro treats they wish would make a comeback – from colourless Pepsi to Cadbury Dream bars
- Nineties and noughties trends are making a comeback in fashion, music and TV
- But this doesn’t seem to be the case in supermarket shelves across UK and U.S.
- Here, bask in some throwback treats which will get your stomach growling
People feeling nostalgic for the nineties and noughties has seen fashion trends coming back and entering Gen Z’s wardrobes, while people are obsessed with Friends re-runs and ‘Bennifer’ are a couple again.
But sadly, some retro delights haven’t made a comeback – including tasty treats enjoyed by people in the UK and Europe.
Now The Daddest has compiled a list of drinks and snack that people would love to see make a comeback.
From the elusive clear Crystal Pepsi, to Cadbury’s Astros, to a whole jug of Hubba Bubba matter, these treats will make you feel nostalgic for your younger years.
While initially released in the US. and Canada from 1992 to 1994, Crystal Pepsi was also briefly available in the UK and Australia. The flavour was very similar to original Pepsi but without the caramel colouring
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