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Two new ‘fizzy pops’ from Kingsley Beverages

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Soft drinks business Kingsley Beverages UK has launched two new ‘fizzy pops’ – Kingsley Berry Twist and Kingsley Cherry Cola. The bright blue soft drink, Kingsley Berry Twist, and Kingsley Cherry Cola join the five-flavour range following a recent surge in fizzy drink sales for…

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