Awesome Soft Drinks

Coca-Cola sells billions of cases of Diet Coke every year. How did the drink that replaced Tab in the 1980s become a sweet and fizzy juggernaut? Weird History Foods looks at the origins of carbonated beverages and low-calorie soft drinks and how Diet Coke achieved its cult-like status to leapfrog its competition.

Dr. Pepper is one of our favorite soft drinks. With its unique mix of zesty spices, it has drawn many imitators. But just how close are drinks like Mr. Pibb to the original Doc Pep? John Green conducted a taste test to see if he could tell the difference. He only tested five drinks – there are so many more Doctors to choose from.