They had billboards everywhere.’’ Canada Dry bought the company in 1931, and continued making Chelmsford Golden Ginger Ale using the original recipe until 2003, when it was discontinued.

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Using the original recipe, Canada Dry continued making Chelmsford Golden Ginger Ale up until 2003, when it discontinued the drink, Boston.com previously reported. Enter, Market Basket.

The Verdict: Sweetened with aspartame, Polar’s zero-calorie ginger ale had a strong cola-like artificial sweetness and not much ginger flavor. 20. Polar Green Tea City: Worcester, Mass.

Buffalo Rock started making its ginger ale in 1901 and today distributes it throughout the southeast. Starting today, breweries can sell beer directly to the consumer for off-premises consumption.