Sidral Mundet is a Mexican

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-flavored carbonated

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produced by Coca-Cola FEMSA and distributed in the

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by the Novamex company, which also distributes the Jarritos and Sangria Señorial soda brands.

History

Sidral Mundet was first bottled in 1902 by Don Arturo Mundet, who produced the

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-flavored beverage. Basing Sidral Mundet on the "limonada" or "gaseosa" drinks that were popular in Mexico at the turn of the 20th century, he utilized the

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technique to keep the drink sterile in the bottling process. The drink has been renowned in Mexico for its nourishing and hydrating abilities and has sometimes been used as a

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for stomach aches. In 1988, Novamex introduced Sidral Mundet to the

. In the years since, it has grown in popularity among Americans.

Varieties

Sidral Mundet is available in six flavors: red apple, green apple, golden apple, plum, peach, and pear.

References

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External links

Novamex page on Sidral Mundet

Coca-Cola FEMSA page on Sidral Mundet
Apple sodas Mexican drinks Drink companies of Mexico Food and drink companies of Mexico