What is the story behind Coca-Cola?

Invented in 1886 by John Pemberton, Coca-Cola began life as Pemberton's French Wine Coca. However, in response to prohibition laws, a non-alcoholic version developed and a new name was created by Pemberton's partner Frank Mason Robinson. Robinson had the prescience to see that two C's would stand out in advertising, and so Coca-Cola was born.

How long has Coca-Cola been around?

Coca-Cola was first introduced on May 8, 1886 by a pharmacist named Dr. John S. Pemberton. The recipe for Coca-Cola removed the alcohol present in Pemberton’s previous drink recipe for Pemberton’s French Wine Coca, as prohibition legislation had been passed in Atlanta, Georgia.

How many calories are in Coca-Cola?

There are 149 calories in a serving of Coca-Cola Cola. Most of those calories come from carbohydrates (100%). -- Advertisement. Content continues below -- ? ? *All percent daily value figures are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Where is Coca-Cola from?

Since its birth at a soda fountain in downtown Atlanta, Georgia, in 1886, Coca-Cola has been a catalyst for social interaction and inspired innovation. On May 8, 1886, Dr. John Pemberton sold the first glass of Coca-Cola at Jacobs' Pharmacy in downtown Atlanta.