Tag: Vintage drinks

Invented in the late 19th century, egg phosphate was a popular soda fountain drink, with some pharmacies selling it as a health tonic before it became a mainstream favorite. This classic beverage combines a raw egg, flavored syrup, and acid phosphate with carbonated water to create a unique, frothy, and tangy refreshment.

Invented in the late 1800s, phosphates were once a staple of the American soda fountain, served in pharmacies and ice cream shops across the country. These retro beverages offered a refreshing, tart alternative to sweeter sodas and dairy-based concoctions.

Originally made with a wine base, modern commercially-produced "wine coolers" often contain malt liquor instead, with an average alcohol by volume (ABV) ranging from 4% to 6%, making them definitively alcoholic beverages. This shift in formulation was largely influenced by tax laws in the early 1990s, changing what's actually in the bottle.

Invented in the late 1800s, phosphate sodas were a popular drink served at pharmacy soda fountains, offering a distinctive tangy taste. A phosphate soda is a carbonated beverage that uses acid phosphate, a blend of phosphoric acid and mineral salts, to create a sour, zesty flavor that distinguishes it from a standard soda.