Soft drink
Beverage◎ Good year-round
Effervescent and sugary, soft drinks tantalize with their fizzy texture and a spectrum of flavors from cola to citrus. This ubiquitous beverage, often sweetened and carbonated, brings a playful element to meals and social gatherings.
Where it comes from
Emerging in the late 19th century, soft drinks have evolved from medicinal tonics to global refreshment icons, with cola becoming a cultural phenomenon worldwide. The innovation of carbonation revolutionized beverage consumption.
In the kitchen
Soft drinks are often paired with fast food and casual fare, enhancing the dining experience with their sweetness and bubbles, and they serve as bases for mixed drinks and culinary experiments.
Nutrition (per 100g)
41kcalCal
0.1gProtein
0.0gFat
10.6gCarbs
0.0gFiber
Values are AI-estimated, not from a laboratory database