Chas | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 08:15 pm     I have a confession to make, my name is Chas, I am 23 years old and I am a BB addict... This problem has gone on so far as to involve the mass consumption of PBJ so that I could empathize with the hampsters plight, and yes, I did...I drank a citrona. No, no, I didn't really..I kid about drinking citrona, but I do it. I love it. No, no...I don't love it, but I do drink it. Has anyone else tried it, it really isn't as putrid as I thought it would be... Liquor than beer...you are in the clear. Beer and then liquor...you'll get sicker. Wine anytime! (Amy) But what exactly is CITRONA?!?!? |
Sanfranjoshfan | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 08:18 pm     I suppose I *am* curious about Citrona....however, I am still curious about Zima! LOL I have just never gotten around to tasting either! (and the way Zima has such a bad rap and they way the HG trash talk Citrona....I'll probably remain curious for a long time.) :-) |
Chas | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 08:24 pm     Sanfranjoshfan, actually a Citrona tasted to me like an old Zima, which tasted like a really flat and slightly alcoholic sprite...please try then both and get back to me, we can compare notes. :D |
Ryn | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 08:25 pm     Sounds like Zima... had it a long time ago... Zima reminded me of a beverage I drank way back when called "Malt Duck" - came in cute lil bottles in a couple flavors. Cept Malt Duck was better, Zima just never did it for me, though if someone hands me one I would drink it. |
Therlin | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 08:25 pm     I'm guessing that Citrona is like Smirnoff Ice and Mike's Hard Lemonade. Pretty decent stuff, but not everyone likes it (you can't really taste the alcohol.) I will say that Zima is pretty nasty! |
Draheid | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 08:26 pm     Ryn- is that a subtle hint??? note to self ... send case of Zima to Clubhouse Mods in thanks for their hard work |
Sunshinemiss | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 08:36 pm     Zima was like a sweet-ish beer. Yuck. Didn't care for it, much prefer a wine cooler. Haven't tried Citrona, it's a bit pricey, along with all the other gimmicky flavor-of-the-months. Can someone describe it in a realistic way? And what is the alcohol content anyway? |
Cliotheleo | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 08:38 pm     Ok, I'll admit it!!! I've tried Citrona and I like it!!!! Just hits the spot on a hot summer day!!! I'm pretty much a light weight when it comes to alcohol, but it took one and half bottles before I noticed anything. But it's still pretty tasty. Plus, it gives me an excuse to walk around saying "Tonight we drink Citrona!" in a "Natasha" (as in Boris and Natasha from Rocky and Bullwinkle) accent. |
Cliotheleo | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 08:41 pm     Sunshine, it's 5% proof and it tastes like a light carbonated lemonade. Imagine Sprite or 7-Up with more lemon. Don't let Eric kid you, it really is yummy. But no, it's not a very manly beer. I can't imagine any self-respecting fire fighter drinking it unless he had no other choice. |
Ricki55 | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 09:06 pm     I'm a college student and we drink our Zima with a Jolly Rancher in it. (Although Zima's wouldn't be our first choice of drink-close to the end actually). |
Meggieprice | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 09:13 pm     What is the alcohol? Vodka? Is it a malt beverage? |
Poohbear | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 09:14 pm     Ryn! Oh my Heck! I thought I was the only one who knew what Malt Duck was! LOL. Do they even still make that stuff? Haven't seen it or thought about it in years.....You brought up some old memories with that name! Thanks! P.S. To stay on topic....haven't tried Citrona. I have tried Zima's. I don't think they're awful or anything...but I prefer something that actually tastes like beer when I'm drinking beer. Pooh |
Snee | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 09:19 pm     this sounds like a mystery i don't need to solve! hehe. |
Lurknomore | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 09:21 pm     Meggie you asked my exact question (one MUST be quick around here). Is it a malt beverage? If so I will hate it for certain. YUCK. If I have to drink something premixed I head for the Jack Daniel's coolers. Those can be enjoyable, especially on a hot summer's day. |
Cliotheleo | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 09:25 pm     I can't find an ingredient listing on the bottles or carton so I'm not sure about the actual Vodka content except that it says "flavored with Stoly** vodka." I can't imagine there's much in it or they wouldn't be able to sell it here in grocery stores. We don't sell hard liquor in grocery stores in this part of the Bible belt. |
Cinder | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 09:32 pm     Eric just said it was crap again. Then he said he was sorry, but it was. |
Meggieprice | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 09:34 pm     If it's sweet and fruity, and not malt, I would probably like it...I'm one of those lightweights, alcohol wise... Just this thread shows their product placement has had an effect! |
Ryn | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 09:38 pm     Poohbear, I have not seen it in ages, but I did come actoss some in the last 5-10 years, ahh the days (it was something like 1985 when I last had a 6-pack). Case of Malt Duck for the gals and a Case of Lil Kings for the guys...... The flavors were Grape and Golden Apple I think..... now I will have to look in my local store.
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Poohbear | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 09:49 pm     Thanks for the great pic Ryan! Yes, it was a case of Malt Duck (Grape) for the girls...and a case of *insert name of latest macho beer* for the guys!!! Yipeeeee! Last time I saw/drank one was probably around 1990??? wow...time flys! Maybe it'll make a come back...what a "retro" drink! LOL I'm going to have to check out the local stores and see if I can find it! Let me know how your search goes! Thanks Again! Pooh *still having GOOD Malt Duck Flashbacks thanks to Ryn* |
Draheid | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 10:01 pm     Ok, ya'll got me into 'research' mode and here's what I've found for Ryn & Poohbear. Malt Duck For Sale Good luck. |
Ryn | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 10:04 pm     ewww - a can??? lol - I go the pic above from some collectors site. I fear its not around anymore... wait - this thread was about Citrona.. lol still have not tried it. |
Poohbear | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 10:44 pm     Hi ya Draheid! Aren't you a sweety! Wow.....I guess I'm going to have to stick to Miller lite and pretzels.......don't think I can afford a $25.00 Malt Duck! ;) <scratching my head and wondering what 15 year old Malt Duck in a ...ewwww...can would taste like> I guess from what you and Ryn found.....Malt Duck must not be around in the stores anymore. Rats! Pooh |
Wcv63 | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 11:42 pm     Never had Malt Duck (nor have I heard of it) but my grandmother would always open a bottle of Cold Duck at Christmas for the "adults". I never qualified. Is Malt Duck a cousin of Cold Duck? |
Flyonthwall | Monday, July 29, 2002 - 11:52 pm     This thread is quackers! *teeheee*
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Hotty_Toddy | Tuesday, July 30, 2002 - 12:02 am     Yes all those new Skyy, Captain Morgan's, and Citrona type drinks are malt beverages. I admit I was in the grocery store last night and looked at the Citrona. I have been craving peanut butter a lot lately too because of them. I noticed Amy knows the alcohol content of beer in different states. That was funny because around here, so close to AR and MS every college student knows these things. |