ginger brews
mathowie noticed a lot of ginger ale drinkers while flying. i've found myself asking for ginger ale on planes, too. part of it is the opportunity—it's not something i keep on hand, or you can get in most restaurants or fast food joints. on my last visit to galco's soda pop stop, i picked up a couple of ginger brews, including "jamaica's finest ginger beer" (that's a brand name, not just a proclamation). that's one toe-curling soda.
I also get ginger ale on flights. it's a comfort thing for me. ginger ale is usually less carbonated and overly sweet than the alternatives. I would not get a ginger beer on a flight.
you should try blenheim's hot hot ginger ale next time you hit the stop. people who like ginger beers seem to really like it.