General
l&p
What does l&p mean?
A famous New Zealand lemon-flavoured soft drink, originally made with mineral water from the town of Paeroa; marketed as 'world famous in New Zealand'.
"Nothing beats a cold L&P on a hot day."
Origin
New Zealand brand 'Lemon & Paeroa', named for the Waikato town of Paeroa.
Frequently asked questions
What does L&P stand for?
L&P stands for Lemon & Paeroa, a lemon-flavoured soft drink named after the New Zealand town of Paeroa, where its mineral water originally came from.
Why is L&P called 'world famous in New Zealand'?
It's a tongue-in-cheek marketing slogan poking fun at the drink's fame being limited to New Zealand, and it has become part of Kiwi culture.
What does L&P taste like?
It's a sweet, fizzy lemon soft drink, a bit like a lemonade with its own distinctive tangy flavour.
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