CocaCola

The Coca-Cola Company was born from a pharmacist’s experiment in 1886, a concoction of syrup and carbonated water that would ignite a global phenomenon. John Stith Pemberton, wounded in the Civil War and seeking a medicinal tonic, unknowingly crafted what would become the world’s most recognized beverage. The first glass was sold for just five cents at Jacob’s Pharmacy in Atlanta, but within a few years, through aggressive branding and the strategic genius of Asa Candler, Coca-Cola was no longer just a drink—it was an idea, a lifestyle, a symbol of refreshment that transcended cultures and borders.

Through the 20th century, Coca-Cola became a companion to history itself. Soldiers in World War II found solace in ice-cold bottles shipped to the front lines, an emblem of home and American resilience. The brand adapted and expanded, weaving itself into daily life, from neon-lit diners of the 1950s to Olympic stadiums and Super Bowl commercials. Its unmistakable red and white script, first scrawled in a bookkeeper’s hand, became as iconic as the drink it represented. But Coca-Cola was more than just a soft drink; it was an evolving story—one of innovation, controversy, and relentless pursuit of the world’s taste buds, a company that didn’t just sell beverages but shaped culture itself.