Pepsi¡¯s Strong Zero soda ¡ª a zero-calorie cola boasting increased amounts of caffeine ¡ª was the biggest soft-drink release of the week. But it¡¯s really a tasteless beverage that will give you a bellyache. So let¡¯s focus on a pleasant alternative, available only at FamilyMart.

The Pokka Sapporo Cola Float (?150) is back, and not only features an adorable penguin on the packaging, but has a flavor uncommon in Japan: vanilla cola. It doesn¡¯t go overboard in that regard, the vanilla is subtle enough that it doesn¡¯t feel as though you are drinking a bowl of melted ice cream with cola poured into it. Forget about extra energy, go for vanilla cola ¡ª while it lasts.