Coca-Cola Much of the history written about this iconic American brand focuses on the fact that, in its early years, it contained cocaine. For the record, it wouldn't be until 34 years after the birth of Coca-Cola that the drug was first made illegal. ...
Caleb Bradham invented Pepsi-Cola in 1893, selling the soft drink—originally marketed as a digestive aid—in his North Carolina pharmacy. The company's first logo, a swirly red script, was introduced in 1898 and closely resembles the Coca-Cola logo. You may also like:Biggest recipients of f...