Cocaine, derived from coca leaves, was a key ingredient in the original Coca-Cola from 1886 to 1903, with about 9 mg per glass for a stimulating tonic effect – that’s what inspired the “Coca” in the drink!

Invented by John Pemberton as a remedy for fatigue and headaches, the soda included coca extract until health concerns led to its removal, replaced by decocainized leaves.

Modern Coca-Cola has been 100% cocaine-free for over a century!

Sigmund Freud, a huge fan, wrote an 1884 essay praising cocaine as a “magical drug” for boosting energy and creativity.