Dessert Soda Culture and Nostalgia Flavors Are Reshaping Beverage Innovation Soft Drinks Are Becoming Emotional Treat Experiences Modern beverage culture is increasingly shifting away from simple refreshment toward emotionally immersive flavor experiences inspired by desserts, childhood nostalgia, and indulgent comfort. The launch of Pepsi Ice Cream sodas by Pepsi and Carlsberg Britvic reflects this transformation by blending classic cola identity with frozen-dessert-inspired