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Watermelon
New ZealandLight, juicy watermelon with a clean summer finish.
250ml cans · 12-pack
Wholesale soda for New Zealand cafés, grocers, and venues
Real fruit soda with New Zealand honey. Order on Upstock, or talk to Fiona — 5-case minimum, ships in 2–5 business days.
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Trade buyers only · Cans and glass · NZ-wide delivery
A soda that actually moves
Sidekick swaps refined sugar for New Zealand honey and real fruit, with a crisp splash of apple cider vinegar. No cane sugar, no stevia, no erythritol.
Why retailers back us
What category buyers tell us when they decide to add Sidekick.
Strong shelf standout
White cans, painted fruit, and bold flavour cues help Sidekick stand out in chilled sets and premium fridges.
Honey-sweetened without stevia
Sweetened with New Zealand honey — no cane sugar, no stevia, and no erythritol.
Premium origin story
Made from a New Zealand family recipe and featured by Forbes and Trend Hunter.
Broad-use occasions
Built for everyday drinking, adult soft-drink moments, mixers, cafés, restaurants, and premium retail.
The no cane sugar / no stevia story is easy to sell, and the cans earn their space in the fridge.
White cans, painted fruit, and a clean ingredient story — it reads premium before you taste it.
The range
Five core flavours in 250ml cans — 12-packs for easy ordering.
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Cherry
Central OtagoBright cherry with a clean, grown-up finish.
250ml cans · 12-pack
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Mango
North QueenslandTropical fruit without the sugar hit.
250ml cans · 12-pack
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Pear
Hawke's BayDry, crisp, and easy to pair with food.
250ml cans · 12-pack
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Strawberry
WaikatoFruit-forward and familiar — a strong everyday SKU.
250ml cans · 12-pack
How NZ trade buyers order
Order wholesale soda on Upstock, or contact Fiona for samples and direct accounts.
Ordering options for your market.
New Zealand retailers
Order through Upstock or contact Fiona directly.
Or email Fiona:fiona@sidekicksoda.com
Rest of world & distributors
Distributor enquiries welcome.
Email Fiona for export enquiries:fiona@sidekicksoda.com
Trade logistics
- Case pack12 cans per case
- Min order5 cases
- SamplesAvailable for trade buyers
- Lead time2–5 business days
Send a trade enquiry
Tell us about your store and we’ll send the trade deck, samples, or next steps.
Frequently asked
What's your case pack and MOQ?
12 cans per case. Minimum order is 5 cases. Upstock shows live case pricing. For direct accounts, email Fiona.
What's your retail price and margin?
Upstock shows wholesale and suggested retail in-platform. For direct accounts, email Fiona for the current trade price list.
How quickly do orders ship?
Platform orders ship from on-platform stock. Direct-account lead times are typically 2–5 business days. Email Fiona with your retailer details.
Do you offer samples?
Yes — sample arrangements for verified trade buyers. Email Fiona with your retailer name and shipping address.
What are your payment terms?
Standard platform terms apply via Upstock. For direct wholesale accounts, terms are agreed case-by-case. Email Fiona to discuss.
Do you offer category exclusivity or custom SKUs?
For larger retailers and chains we're happy to discuss launch windows, category exclusivity, and made-to-order flavours. Email Fiona to start a conversation.
How do NZ retailers order?
Order through Upstock or contact Fiona directly at fiona@sidekicksoda.com.
Do you deliver wholesale soda nationwide in New Zealand?
Yes. We ship wholesale soda to cafés, grocers, and venues across New Zealand. Direct-account lead times are typically 2–5 business days. Upstock orders ship from on-platform stock.
Do Upstock orders include GST and invoices?
Yes. Upstock invoices include GST for NZ trade buyers. Download invoices from your Upstock account, or email Fiona if you need a copy for your books.
Can I mix flavours in a wholesale case?
Each case is one flavour — 12 cans. Mix flavours across cases in the same order; the 5-case minimum still applies. For a mixed sample case, email Fiona.
Is Sidekick wholesale soda for cafés, grocers, or both?
Both. Cafés and venues put it in the fridge as a honey-sweetened soda with no cane sugar. Grocers stock the same 12-packs for take-home. Same range and 5-case MOQ either way.
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