Tag: Kola nuts

Centuries before finding its way into Western soft drinks, the caffeine-rich kola nut was a cherished staple in West Africa, deeply integrated into social gatherings and ceremonies. So how are kola nuts eaten in both traditional and contemporary settings today?

Coca-Cola was first marketed in 1886 as a 'brain tonic,' with its inventor mixing extracts from the coca leaf and caffeine-rich kola nut. This surprising fact often leads people to wonder: does Coca-Cola still contain kola nuts?