Soda

Diet Rite Cola was introduced in 1958. The jingle for the soda was: Diet Rite Cola, good for you and children too because it hasn't got any sugar at all ... new Diet Rite Cola!

Pepsi was introduced in 1898, and was originally called Brad's Drink. In 1931, the company filed for bankruptcy, because of the prices of sugar. From the 1930s to the 1950s, "Pepsi-Cola hits the spot" was a slogan always used on radios, old movies, and television to describe the product.

Nehi soda was introduced in 1924. The Nehi Corporation was adopted in 1928 after the fruit-flavored sodas became popular. In 1955, they changed the name to Royal Crown Company. The original flavors were orange, grape, root beer, peach, among others.

Barq's is thought to have been first made in 1898, although some say it was about two years later. It is notable for having caffeine. The slogan was "Drink Barq's. It's Good".