Atlanta’s beloved popsicle maker King of Pops is celebrating the global excitement of soccer this summer with a fresh lineup of eight limited-edition flavors. Each pop draws inspiration from the countries of teams playing in Atlanta, transforming beloved sweets and drinks from around the world into refreshing, handcrafted frozen treats.
The specially designed wrappers will also feature fun facts about the competing soccer teams, adding an educational twist to every lick.
“We wanted to capture the spirit of international competition and bring a taste of each culture right to Atlanta,” said a King of Pops representative. The result is a vibrant collection that blends local ingredients with authentic international flavors.
The New FlavorsSpain – Tinto De Verano
Inspired by the classic Spanish summer cocktail made with half red wine and half lemon-lime soda, this pop features sweet muscadine grapes, bright lemon and lime, cane sugar, and a touch of sea salt for balance.
Cabo Verde – Doce De Coco
Drawing from a traditional caramelized coconut confection, this tropical pop combines creamy coconut cream, rich caramelized sugar, sea salt, and shredded coconut for a chewy, sweet bite.
South Africa – Granadilla & Naartjie
Modeled after South Africa’s popular “fridge tart,” this flavor layers vibrant granadilla (passion fruit), naartjie (a sweet, mandarin-like citrus), and coconut for a bright, refreshing profile.
Saudi Arabia – Halawa
This sesame tahini treat transforms the beloved Middle Eastern sweet into a creamy pop featuring tahini, organic milk and cream, fragrant orange blossom honey, and sea salt.
Morocco – Mint Tea
A cooling tribute to Morocco’s iconic beverage, this pop blends sweetened mint tea and fresh spearmint with a splash of lemon—perfect for hot summer days.
Haiti – Ji Korosol
Based on the beloved soursop smoothie, this tropical flavor mixes the distinctive creamy soursop fruit with milk, lime, cane sugar, and a hint of fresh nutmeg.
Uzbekistan – Kompot
Inspired by the traditional fruit-steeped drink popular across Central Asia and Eastern Europe, this pop combines apricot, cherry, lemon, and apple for a naturally sweet and nostalgic taste.
USA – Stars & Stripes
A patriotic nod to the host nation, this layered pop features classic red strawberry, creamy vanilla, and bold blueberry—celebrating the red, white, and blue in every bite.
These new flavors will be available at King of Pops’ Atlanta locations and carts throughout the summer, giving locals and visitors alike a delicious way to experience world flavors while cheering on their favorite teams. Whether you’re a soccer fan or simply a popsicle enthusiast, this global collection offers something sweet for everyone.
Keep an eye on King of Pops’ social channels and stands for availability and special events tied to match days. Summer in Atlanta just got a whole lot more flavorful!
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