Both are too sweet, too sticky and have too much of an aftertaste. Thankfully, there are alternatives. Champagne Veuve Cliquot has sharper bubbles and does not rot the teeth. Perrier water tastes cleaner and does not leave me thirsty all day long. Lemonade made with fresh lemon juice goes better with pizza and does not leave your tongue feeling fuzzy like Pepsi and Coke.
Beer goes better with hamburgers, frankfurters and pizza.
Carrot juice has more vitamins and less caffeine 7. There is no better way to start a meal than with a Campari-soda which, in addition to tasting good, is refreshing to the palate. Cognac and Armagnac are better for the digestion.