Fans of the Fallout universe are in for a nostalgic treat as real-life versions of Nuka-Cola and Sunset Sarsaparilla officially make their debut ahead of Fallout Season 2. What began as two fictional beverage brands in the iconic post-apocalyptic series has now become a tangible product for fans to enjoy — blending gaming culture with collectible nostalgia.
For decades, Fallout enthusiasts have longed to taste the series’ signature sodas that appear across its irradiated wastelands. Now, thanks to Jones Soda Company, that wish has finally come true. This isn’t the first time Jones has teamed up with Bethesda to bring Fallout’s iconic flavors to life, but the launch of new limited-edition bottles like Nuka-Grape and Sunset Sarsaparilla marks the company’s most ambitious crossover yet.
🥤 Real-Life Nuka-Cola and Sunset Sarsaparilla Hit Store Shelves
Jones Soda has officially confirmed that Nuka-Grape, a brand-new Fallout-inspired flavor, is now available across select retailers in the United States. The drink has been spotted on store shelves even before any major marketing push, surprising fans who stumbled upon it early. Photos shared across X (formerly Twitter) and Reddit show delighted fans holding bottles of the new purple soda — complete with the signature retro-futuristic Nuka-Cola branding.
Each case of the Fallout-themed beverages includes a mixed selection of flavors, featuring Nuka-Grape, Nuka-Cola Quantum (a sour berry lemonade flavor), and Sunset Sarsaparilla. Sold for under $20 per pack, these drinks are not only collectibles but also fully consumable — bringing a piece of the Wasteland straight into your fridge.
🍇 The Legacy of Nuka-Cola and Sunset Sarsaparilla
Nuka-Cola has been part of Fallout since the series’ earliest days in 1997. Originally introduced in Interplay’s Fallout, the drink was mainly a bartering item, offering little gameplay benefit beyond earning players a few extra bottle caps. However, when Bethesda acquired the franchise and released Fallout 3 in 2008, the drink took on new life. It became a healing item, a crafting component, and even the centerpiece of an entire DLC — Nuka-World in Fallout 4.
Sunset Sarsaparilla, on the other hand, first appeared in Fallout: New Vegas (2010), giving the Mojave Wasteland a touch of Western charm. It was the beverage of choice for gamblers, gunslingers, and bounty hunters across New Vegas — and now, over a decade later, fans can finally pop open a real bottle of the root beer-style drink themselves.
🛒 Sold Out in Record Time
Despite being newly released, Nuka-Grape has already sold out online, according to Jones Soda’s official website. Only limited quantities of Nuka-Cola Quantum remain available — and even those are being sold as collectible empty carriers rather than filled bottles. Fans are rushing to get their hands on the drinks, both for their nostalgic appeal and their collectible packaging.
Some enthusiasts have already begun reselling bottles on eBay at marked-up prices, similar to past gaming merchandise launches. The collaboration’s timing — just months ahead of Fallout Season 2’s premiere — has further fueled demand and hype across fan communities.
📺 Fallout Season 2 and the Future of the Franchise
The launch of these real-world sodas aligns perfectly with Amazon’s hit Fallout TV adaptation, which recently wrapped filming for its second season. The show’s success has reignited global interest in the series, and these drinks serve as the perfect marketing tie-in for fans eager to immerse themselves further in the Fallout world.
Meanwhile, Bethesda continues to support Fallout 76 with ongoing updates, while fans eagerly await news about Fallout 5. Although the next mainline entry in the series likely won’t arrive until after The Elder Scrolls 6, the spirit of Fallout remains alive and well — especially with products like these bridging the gap between fiction and reality.
