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Soda Stream USA Source Starter Kit Review and #Giveaway

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        When I was first chosen to receive a product from Soda Stream, I had some reservations.  How good could this really be?  Would an at home soda machine really make a product that taste similar to the real thing?  Would it be as fizzy and stay that way or would my pop be flat in a couple hours? And finally, would it be cost effective for my family?


        Once the box came, the kids were pumped!  You would have thought it was Christmas.  We had to open it and try it right away.  We received the Source Starter Kit which was extremely simple to setup with no real assembly.  One of the coolest things about this model is that it requires no electrical outlet and no batteries.  I'm in love already!

        Making soda is super easy, just fill your reusable bottle, tighten onto the machine, press the button, carefully pour the syrup into the bottle and your done!!!  Easy Peasy my kids could even do this.  And this soda tastes like the real thing!  "An LED display indicates three levels of fizziness for precise carbonation with every use, while a new snap-lock bottle mechanism makes the Source even easier to use."

        The best part is it tastes the same as any other type you may choose but with less calories, sugar, and sodium.  Now we're talking!  The pop is also made using a reusable plastic bottle (there are glass bottles available as well) AND you are being eco-friendly by not purchasing more plastic bottles.  Another great bonus for us since we live in Michigan is no paying deposit for the bottles either!

     Now, of course the biggest question of all is how cost effective is making your own soda?  Well, its hard to completely break everything down.  But the way we figured it, for every seven 2-liters you buy of any regular pop you, two will be free.  The part that is hard to factor in is the CO2 tank which can cost you anywhere from $20-$30 and it all depends on how long it lasts or where you purchase it from.

        My assumption is that it would last approximately a month since I know that the restaurant ones are 5 times the size and are used much more frequently and last just under a month.  Here's a kicker though, if you drink energy drinks you can get the equivalent of 50 Red Bulls for about $7 bucks!!  Wow that is worth the whole machine in itself.
Source Starter Kit
Available to purchase/Cost:  $99.95 Source Starter Kit
Recommendation:   My overall opinion though is that everyone needs one of these in their households!  Not only is it cost effective and tastes great but green friendly in several ways for our environment!  I have told everyone I can think of that they need one of these and even bought it as the perfect wedding gift for a close friend!
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Giveaway:  Soda Stream USA is going to give one of A Lucky Ladybug's lucky readers a Fountain Jet Soda Lover's Start-Up Kit to try of their own! This begins tonight as part of the Keep the Bubbles Flowing Giveaway Event

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20 comments:

  1. It doesn't use batteries OR a cord?! ok THAT I didn't know:P And it sounds like it'd be a pretty ok deal for my family, my daughter loves fruit juices and hubby adores energy drinks, it'd be a loooot easier if he didn't have to stop and buy them throughout the day!!! AND I could limit his intake of them, too;) lol And after checking out the website, I had NO IDEA there were so many great sounding flavors, I'm just dying to find out if it reeeeeally does taste like normal soda, that's been my biggest fear with getting one of these, is that it'll taste all funky or something:P

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  2. After reading your review I am super excited about it!! I would love to win for my kids because I can see them being excited like yours!! I really like that there are no batteries or outlets to deal with, and you save so much room. Plus you can't forget helping the environment!!

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  3. I didn't know that it had an LED display to show the level of carbonation in your soda. I also like that there are a bunch of diet flavors and I'd like to try all of them. I'm diabetic, so I can't be drinking any sugary drinks. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  4. I love that it saves money and calories. I love all of the flavors that are now available.

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  5. I learned that it is easy to use and it is safe for kids to, and that that taste is great just like the real thing.

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  6. This sounds like something my family would love to have. I love that it does not require batteries or a cord. My teenage son would really like it.

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  7. I have been wanting to buy one for quite awhile now. I just get tired of empty cans & bottles. This would solve that problem!

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  8. I love that this requires no electrical outlet or batteries. With my kids toys alone, I spend so much money each month on batteries. Plus this is perfect for on the go events like football games, outdoor birthday parties, etc.

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  9. I have been trying to win one of these for a long time I like that it uses no electricity and offers many flavors and cuts down on all the cans in the frig

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  10. wow, great review! I an not believe that you get the equivalent of 50 RedBulls for just seven dollars! I never realized how much of a savings Soda Stream can be!

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  11. cheryla lister, cherylann62996@aol.comFebruary 19, 2014 at 11:36 PM

    I learned how easy it is to make your own soda at home, and also ecofriendly since you don't have to purchase all those big bottles.

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  12. I learned that I am in control of how much carbonation or fizz to add to the soda.

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  13. I like the fizz indicator; I didn't know the new sodastream models came with that!

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  14. This sounds really interesting. I didn't realize there were 3 levels of fizziness. Love all the flavors and the easy setup. Bubble on and enjoy!
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    Sherry Compton

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  15. Very interesting about not using batteries or a plug in. I have wanted one of these for a couple of years now and the reviews have been overwhelmingly good.

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  16. I love that you can pick from so many great flavors so everyone can make their own that they will enjoy. It's great that you wont have all the recycle bottles and cans laying around anymore needing to go to the recycle center.

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  17. I have had my eye on a Sodastream for quite some time. Personally, I do not drink much soda, but my husband drinks it daily. I love how this product would not only save a ton of cash, but also it's great for the environment!

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  18. I like the fact it has less calories, has no cord and no batteries needed that is fantastic!
    I love that is is saving money !

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  19. I would love to get a Soda Stream so that I would not have to tote soft drinks from the grocery store to my home.

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  20. I learned that the company is located in Mt. Laurel, New Jersey.

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