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Soft Drinks’ Surprising Origins: From Fizz to Fortune The journey of the soft drink is a surprising chapter in commercial history. It began in the 18th century with attempts to artificially replicate the fizzy, supposedly healthy waters from natural mineral springs. This scientific curiosity laid the groundwork for a new type of beverage.

By the late 19th century, many of these concoctions were marketed as patent medicines or 'quack' remedies, claiming to cure everything from headaches to indigestion. Iconic brands like Coca-Cola have their roots in this era of medicinal tonics.

The industry's growth had a massive cultural impact, providing popular alternatives during Prohibition and even influencing business itself by pioneering franchising models. The simple fizzy drink truly shook up the world. (Source: 'Fizz: How Soda Shook Up the World' by Tristan Donovan).