Coca-Cola: 10 most important facts about the iconic drink

Of course, this sweet carbonated drink is delicious. But at the same time, it is known that it is addictive and not in the best way affects health. Imagine, for example, what is included in the composition of the drink, if in India they spray crops to protect against pests. Coca-Cola can also be used as a cleaning agent (this becomes possible due to the inclusion of phosphoric acid in its composition): in any case, the military of many armies of the world wonderfully wash the wheels of equipment with it on the eve of parades (because after washing with ordinary water, dirty plaque remains). Despite such little positive information, millions of people around the world continue to drink Coca-Cola, almost without knowing the most important facts about it. 

The Whole Truth About Coca-Cola: Food for Thought

Coca Cola – the most famous and mega-popular drink.

Brand "Coca-Cola" known to almost the entire population of the planet. Representatives of the company assure that this is the second word (after "okay") that can be considered international.

Therefore, it is quite logical that so many interesting facts are associated with this drink.

• Surprisingly, at first the drink was sold through a pharmacy as a remedy for a variety of diseases, as well as headaches and impotence.
• Before 1904, every can of cola contained at least 60 milligrams of cocaine. The inventor of the drink, D.S. Pemberton, called it that because the main component was this psychotropic drug (but representatives of the brand strenuously deny this fact). And although today the preparation of a drink is not complete without an extract of coca leaves, they are still devoid of a narcotic component. Cocaine is extracted from the leaves for medicinal use, and the rest "goes" to prepare a popular drink.
• The recipe for Coca-Cola is considered to be one of the biggest secrets in the world. Allegedly, D. Pemberton deduced a unique formula that is known only to a few people belonging to the highest ranks of the corporation. And as if they still know only half of the secret combination for the majority. In fact, this is a legend that helps not to reduce interest in the drink and keep it at the peak of popularity among consumers for more than a century. Know the detailed formula of the drink, in fact, almost all technologists of the company. But, of course, they do not have the right to disclose the recipe, because it is – trade secret.
• One of the drink's ingredients was declassified in 2012 due to ongoing research. This is alcohol. It is worth taking note of this fact, especially for adherents of Islam, for whom any dose of alcohol is prohibited. Even if Coca-Cola contains a minimal amount of alcohol (literally a few ounces, which are added to huge barrels of syrup).
• It takes 2 liters of drinking water to get 1 liter of cola. So, every day the Coca-Cola company uses at least 300 billion liters of fresh water in the manufacture of the drink.
• Only two states in the world do not sell Coca-Cola products – North Korea and Cuba.
• Do you know what will happen to a steak in a few days if you put it on a plate and pour Coke on it? After 2-3 days, you will not find a piece of meat, because it will completely dissolve.
• The aforementioned phosphoric acid, which is part of the drink, can also completely dissolve human nails. 3–4 days will be enough for this.
• All vehicles transporting Coca-Cola products must have special pallets for highly corrosive materials. Moreover, the company's drivers are officially allowed to use the drink as a cleaning agent for car engines.
• You can easily rid your favorite kettle of scale if you fill it with Coca-Cola, beloved by millions, for just one night.

A glass of chilled Coca-Cola has long been a traditional attribute of almost any celebration, corporate event or party. But, unfortunately, we don't think much about the other side of this tasty "medal".

Every one of us is familiar with Coca-Cola. Although in many ways this is a taste acquaintance. And how close the informational acquaintance with the drink is, you can judge for yourself. Just like the – continue to drink Coca-Cola or, given many of the above facts, stop doing it – behind you.