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Nowadays, when we think of Coke, we tend to think of that dark brown sparkling drink. However, what many people don't know is that the original color of Coke turned out to be green. The transition from green to brown reveals an interesting story in the history of Coke. This article will take you through the reasons behind the color change of Coke and its important place in the history of beverages.
1.The birth of Green Coke
Coca-Cola was originally invented in 1886 by American pharmacist John Pemberton. Pemberton wanted to create a medicated drink that would both refresh and relieve headaches, and his formula included ingredients such as cocaine and caffeine. To add to the appeal of the drink, he also added syrup and citric acid to make it more refreshing. Eventually, the drink was concocted into a slightly greenish liquid and named "Coca-Cola".
There are various theories as to why Coke was originally green. One theory is that the green color comes from the cocaine component, because cocaine is extracted from coca leaves and has a greenish color. Another theory is that the green color comes from natural ingredients in the drink, such as herbal extracts and caramel colors. However, these claims have not been confirmed.
2.The appearance of brown cola
With the popularity of coke, people began to pay attention to its color. Green beverages are often associated with toxic substances in people's perceptions, which can lead to consumer resistance to cola. As a result, the Cola Company began to look for ways to change the color of the drink.
In 1899, a chemist at the Coke Company tried to change the original green formula of Coke to one without cocaine and add caramel color. This modification changed the color of the cola from green to brown, which is more in line with people's expectations for the color of soft drinks. In addition, due to the ban on cocaine, the Coke Company took advantage of the situation to remove the cocaine component from the drink, further ensuring the safety of the drink.
3.The evolution of the color of Coke
In the years that followed, the color of the cola continued to change. In 1905, the Coke Company introduced a bottling system that allowed licensees to produce and sell Coke. However, due to the different production processes and raw materials of each bottling plant, there are differences in the color and taste of cola. To address this issue, The Coke Company has developed a uniform cola color standard to ensure consistency across the globe of cola products.
Since then, the color of the cola has gradually stabilized, becoming the dark brown color we know today. Although the color of cola has changed, its unique taste and brand image have always remained the same, making it one of the best-selling beverages worldwide.
4.The cultural significance of the color of cola
The transition from green to brown not only witnesses the development of cola, but also reflects the change in human society's perception of the color of beverages. In the early days of Coke, the color green could have raised doubts about its health and safety. After turning brown, cola is more easily accepted by the public and becomes a favorite drink.
Nowadays, green cola has become history, but as an important part of the development of cola, it is still worth understanding and **. As we taste Coke, think about the green color it used to have, and the interesting story behind its transformation from green to brown.