Champagne cola

In 1902, a few years after the end of the Spanish-American War, Rivero Méndez founded El Polo Norte Fábrica de Sodas (the North Pole Soda Factory) where he created the Kola Champagne, which became, and still is, a popular soft drink in Puerto Rico.

While elaborating the drink he worked on his book, Chronicle of the Spanish-American War in Puerto Rico.

[1][2][3] It is typically dark yellow to light brown in color, with a flavor comparable to bubblegum or cream soda, with no connection to cola.

Similar products include the Peruvian Inca Kola and the Scottish Irn Bru.

Despite these modifications, the beverage remains popular and continues to be an integral part of the cultural identity of the French Caribbean territories.

[citation needed] In the mainland U.S., Goya Foods Inc. of Jersey City, NJ distributes ‘Cola Champagne’ under its brand name.

Cawy Bottling Company in Miami, Florida, produced Iron Beer and Quinabeer.