Cyber Era Witch
Chapter 614 - 522: Super Ice Soda

Chapter 614: Chapter 522: Super Ice Soda

The intense preparations for the product commercialization phase began.

As a mysterious Feli fruit-based product, would Nestor Ice Soda cut through the beverage market, or become one of the tens of thousands of catering brands that fall off the world’s radar every year?

To achieve the best outcome, Miyazato Kazama decided to refine every detail, taking nothing lightly.

Under the biological Magic Power of Mouse Witch Sally and the influence of Golden Branch, a large amount of Feli fruit was cultivated in the Nestor Mystical Planting Garden, providing a steady supply of ingredients. These ingredients contained enough magic to completely sublime a beverage.

After passing the human safety and health tests, the beverage taste-testing phase began, as everyone pooled their ideas to decide on the final flavor of the drink.

Beverage formulators from the former Xisheng Fast-Consuming Department gathered, informed that they would be conducting flavor testing on some confidential products, tasting different samples, and documenting reports to optimize the quality of the drink.

Miyazato Kazama thought about releasing pineapple, cola, and peach flavors, but based on their suggestions, it was best to start with a variety of flavor options and then refine it down to just one optimal flavor to avoid overwhelming consumers with choices.

The company folks at the fast-consuming department were experienced trendsetters in the commercial society, responsible for developing Nestor Corporation’s personal care, food and beverage, tobacco, and cleaning agent industries—making them perfectly suited for testing and adjusting Nestor Ice Soda.

——Blind Test Report——

Iced Soda [Cola Flavor] (a stimulating and refreshing feeling, the world seemed clearer)

Iced Soda [Orange Flavor] (a sunny sensation, inexplicably cheerful and eager to engage in activities straight away, a strong sense of trust also emerged)

Iced Soda [Pineapple Flavor] (a tart feeling, a traditional flavor, felt very courageous after drinking)

Iced Soda [Peach Flavor] (a sweet sensation, the mouthfeel wasn’t great, but it was refreshing and had an impactful, complex taste)

Iced Soda [Mint Flavor] (an invigorating feeling, like the brain had been taken out and put on ice in the bathtub)

Control - Nuclear-Cola (classic flavor, delivering fragrance, sugar, and a boost of energy!)

Control - Cherry Nuclear-Cola (flush the toilet)

Control - Pepsi (flush the toilet)

Control - Quantum Cola (twice the calories, caffeine content, and flavor of regular Nuclear-Cola, slightly increases internal radiation levels, but...so refreshing!! Trace radiation expands within the body, savoring the drink’s flavor while waiting for death—it’s unbearable to go a day without it!)

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Now it was time for the people at Nestor Corporation’s fast-consuming department to decide which flavor to keep and launch globally, a decision that must be made with great caution.

"The product must target young people," Xisheng Fast-Consuming Department Manager Masataka Miura reported regarding Nestor Ice Soda, "We aim to create a vibrant new brand, symbolizing the boundless vitality of our Nestor enterprise. Sunset Sarsaparilla once dealt a harsh blow to Nuclear-Cola, proving it’s not unbeatable. Moreover, its parent company Tortilla Hat is in a state of division; we must launch our product quickly and seize the beverage market!"

Upon hearing the news, the company people shared their opinions.

"’Cola flavor’ is the least distinctive. Essentially, every new cola-flavored product is a reminder of how successful Nuclear-Cola is."

"If we’re targeting young people’s tastes, ’mint flavor’ is the most impactful, satisfying their curiosity and also great for creating a buzz on social media."

"In reality, orange flavor is the most suitable. Sweetness signifies joy and happiness, conveying our company’s philosophy, and it’s also easily accepted by all age groups. Think about it, who would refuse a sweet drink that makes you feel incredibly happy after drinking it?"

After voting and flavor analysis, Nestor Ice Soda was defined as a sugar-free orange-flavored carbonated drink, with a pleasant and sweet taste, and the sensory experience it provided after drinking was truly satisfying! It was internally acclaimed as a soda that made one happy after drinking!

Following that, the production department made an initial batch of 1,000 bottles of Nestor Ice Soda.

Using technology, magic, and hard work, the staff encapsulated the Feli fruit puree for distribution, pouring it into mixing containers.

Sweeteners, caffeine, fruit puree, carbon dioxide, Magic Power fruit puree, and purified water were harmonized in the mixing container before being injected into cans, packaged in boxes, and sent down the production line to be sealed and filled.

This pilot batch, named "Iced Soda," was subjected to a small-scale trial and a secret tasting at Shangjing University and received positive feedback.

The male and female university students raved about the samples after drinking them!

"It tastes amazing!"

"What’s this? A new Nuclear-Cola product?"

"It’s like drinking a full dose of sunshine and hope!"

"Wow, I feel so happy after drinking this!"

"It’s super, ice cold!"

"Sorry, my hands were full just now, this drink... Excuse me, my hands are full again. Overall, its taste... Excuse me, my hands were full just now, the way the flavor feels is just... Excuse me, my hands are full again. For me, the main issue is... Excuse me, my hands were full, I have a very high opinion of this drink... Excuse me, hands full again."

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After collecting relevant feedback, the product moved into the production, promotion, and marketization phases.