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Dr Pepper is an American carbonated soft drink created by pharmacist Charles Alderton in Waco, Texas, during the 1880s and first served at Morrison's Old Corner Drug Store. It is distinguished by a complex flavor commonly described as a blend of 23 flavors, although the complete formula is proprietary. The brand is now part of Keurig Dr Pepper in the United States and is sold to consumers seeking a caffeinated alternative to cola and other mainstream sodas.
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Dr Pepper ranks #2 of 168 in the Soft Drink ranking, behind Coca-Cola, ahead of Mountain Dew Baja Blast.
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What are the 23 flavors in Dr Pepper?
Dr Pepper markets the drink as a blend of 23 flavors, but the complete formula is proprietary and has not been publicly confirmed. Lists circulating online are speculative rather than an official recipe from the Dr Pepper brand.
Who invented Dr Pepper and where was it first served?
Pharmacist Charles Alderton developed the drink in Waco, Texas, during the 1880s. It was first served at Morrison's Old Corner Drug Store, where Alderton worked.
Is Dr Pepper a cola or a root beer?
Dr Pepper is generally treated as its own pepper-style soft drink rather than a conventional cola or root beer. Its flavor profile is deliberately complex, and the brand identifies it through its famous 23-flavor formulation.
Does Dr Pepper contain prune juice?
The company has repeatedly rejected the persistent claim that prune juice is one of Dr Pepper's ingredients. The exact flavor formula remains secret, but prune juice is not listed as an ingredient on standard Dr Pepper packaging.
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