Luscombe Drinks and Mixers (from Devon)

Fed up of the conventional soda brands? Try something new, from artisan brands handmade in England. They are made with natural ingredients and sweetened naturally with real sugar (the upcoming sugar tax means nearly all big brands have added artificial sweeteners, to make more profit).

Luscombe is one of England’s most celebrated soft drinks brands, which has built a loyal following over the years for its organic soft drinks and mixers.

Before recycling, pop ring-pulls back over can holes (to stop wildlife getting trapped).

Check medication before consuming grapefruit or rhubarb sodas (avoid hibiscus lemonade for pregnancy). Also avoid caffeine (cola) or follow NHS guidelines of no more than one a day.

Luscombe began back in 1975, producing just apple juice and cider. The company was taken over by the founder’s son around 20 years later, who decided to expand into the no-alcohol soft drinks market.

The first soft drinks company to be certified organic, the brand has planted 1800 elder trees alongside organic horticultural crops and wildflowers, for increased biodiversity on the farm.

It also means the company can use its own organic elderflower, rather than foraging for wild flowers.

Bottles are glass, not plastic. The packaging is all easy to recycle. And the farm follows Soil Association guidelines, helping pollinators and local wildlife thrive.

Luscombe doesn’t just stick with orange and apple. This drinks collection is more classic and unique, adding a grown-up twist for something different from fizzy pop. Flavours include:

The range includes: