Cherry cola

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Cherry Cola
A glass of cherry cola served with ice cubes
TypeSoft drink
ManufacturerVarious
ColorCaramel (with certain exceptions such as Zevia Cola and Kola Román)
FlavorCola (Kola nut, citrus, cinnamon, cherry and vanilla)
Cherry Cola

Cherry cola is a soft drink blend of cherry-flavored syrup and cola.

History

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Throughout the years, several major soda manufacturers have introduced their interpretations of cherry cola, including established brands such as Coca-Cola Cherry, Pepsi Wild Cherry, and Cherry RC. Notably, Coca-Cola Cherry has emerged as the leading contender in terms of sales and revenue within this category.[1] Coca-Cola and Pepsi both released versions in 1985, aimed at the ages 12 to 17 demographic, with Pepsi being the first to take it to the market on November 10 that year.[2]

Alcoholic variants of the drink also exist, typically featuring cola as a base, combined with vodka or grenadine.

Production

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The first step in the production of cherry cola involves blending the cherry-flavored syrup with other flavorings such as kola nut, citrus, vanilla, and cinnamon.[3] This mixture is carefully prepared to achieve a consistent and desired flavor profile that defines the cherry cola's unique taste. After the syrup blend is prepared, carbonation is introduced. This process involves dissolving carbon dioxide (CO
2) into the cola under high pressure, creating the fizzy texture that is characteristic of carbonated beverages.[4] The carbonation level is closely monitored to ensure it meets the product's specifications. The final step in the production process is bottling. The carbonated cherry cola is transferred into bottles or cans, which are then sealed to preserve the beverage's carbonation and flavor. This stage also includes quality control measures to ensure that each bottle or can meets the established standards for the product.[5]

Uses

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Cherry cola has found a prominent place in both the beverage industry and culinary world. Firstly, cherry cola is widely consumed as a standalone beverage. Its flavor profile, which combines cherries with the taste of cola, makes it popular among consumers seeking a variation from traditional cola drinks. In addition to being consumed on its own, cherry cola is also utilized as a mixer in the preparation of cocktails and mocktails.[6] For cocktails, cherry cola can be paired with various liquors such as rum, bourbon, or vodka. In mocktails, which do not contain alcohol, cherry cola serves as a key ingredient, providing a flavor base that complements other non-alcoholic components.

Companies that sell Cherry Cola
Name Drink name Company launch year
Coca Cola Cherry Coke May 8, 1886[7]
Pepsi Wild Cherry Pepsi 1898[8]
Bawls Bawls Cherry Cola 1996[9]
Boylan Boylan Black Cherry Cola 1891[10]
Zevia Zevia Cherry Cola 2007[11]
Cheerwine Cheerwine Cherry Cola 1917[12]
Jones Soda Jones Cherry Cola 1995[13]
Signature Select Signature Cherry Cola 1915[14]
Fentimans Fentimans Cherry Cola 1905[15]
Olipop OIipop Cherry Cola 2018[16]
Sprecher Sprecher Cherry Cola 1985[17]
Shasta Shasta Cherry Cola 1889[18]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Coca-Cola Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results". www.coca-colacompany.com. Retrieved April 27, 2024.
  2. ^ "The race to get cherry cola onto store shelves first in 1985".
  3. ^ "Coca‑Cola - Flavors, Nutrition Facts & Ingredients". www.coca-cola.com. Retrieved April 24, 2024.
  4. ^ Ashurst, Philip R. (2016). "Carbonated Beverages". Reference Module in Food Science. doi:10.1016/B978-0-08-100596-5.03240-6. ISBN 978-0-08-100596-5.
  5. ^ "Carbonated beverages". Sipa. Retrieved April 28, 2024.
  6. ^ "Rum and Cherry Cola Cocktail". Food Network. Retrieved April 28, 2024.
  7. ^ "Our History: Coca-Cola". www.coca-cola.com. Retrieved April 28, 2024.
  8. ^ "History of The Birthplace of Pepsi". Retrieved April 28, 2024.
  9. ^ "About Bawls | BAWLS Guarana". www.bawls.com. Retrieved April 28, 2024.
  10. ^ "Our Heritage". Boylan Bottling. Retrieved April 28, 2024.
  11. ^ "Cola Zevia Soda". www.zevia.com. Retrieved April 28, 2024.
  12. ^ "THE CHEERWINE STORY".
  13. ^ "About Us: Jones Soda Co". Jones Soda Co. Retrieved April 28, 2024.
  14. ^ "About Us". Safeway. Retrieved April 28, 2024.
  15. ^ "The History of Fentimans". Fentimans. Retrieved April 28, 2024.
  16. ^ "The OLIPOP Story". OLIPOP. Retrieved April 28, 2024.
  17. ^ "About Sprecher Brewery History". Sprecher. Retrieved April 28, 2024.
  18. ^ "History". Shasta Pop. Retrieved April 28, 2024.
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