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Uncovered 1880 Bottle Reveals Coca-Cola's Surprising Origins

3/2/2025

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In 1886, Atlanta pharmacist John Stith Pemberton crafted Coca-Cola, drawing inspiration from Mariani wine, a health tonic laced with wine, cocaine, and sugar that captivated many. A newly uncovered 1880 bottle showcases a formula strikingly akin to Coca-Cola, hinting at an intriguing link that Coca-Cola's official site overlooks.

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In 1886, Atlanta pharmacist John Stith Pemberton crafted Coca-Cola, drawing inspiration from Mariani wine, a health tonic laced with wine, cocaine, and sugar that captivated many. A newly uncovered 1880 bottle showcases a formula strikingly akin to Coca-Cola, hinting at an intriguing link that Coca-Cola's official site overlooks.