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In 1893 Pepsi was launched as 'Brad's Drink' on the market. For the first five years following 1898, the name was preserved and renamed “Pepsi-Cola”. 1)
Pepsi-founder, Cola's Caleb Bradham, was the proprietor of the pharmacy. Initial drinks were meant for those with digestive difficulties or stomach issues. The term “Pepsi-Cola” was derived from pepsin, digestive, kola, vanilla, sugar and kola nutrients. 2)