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Birthplace of Pepsi Cola

New Bern • ★ 4.6 (2329 Google reviews)

1898
Inside Birthplace of Pepsi Cola
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The Story

Bradham's drug store counter is where Brad's Drink became Pepsi-Cola in 1898. The current store pours it from the fountain at the same corner — the single most important address in American soda history.

From the Counter

Recent Google reviews

  • Pam

    ★ 5

    What a cute store and a cute town. Located downtown of a historical downtown, this place is free to go in and browse all the Pepsi memorabilia, t-shirts and signs. You can get a large Pepsi fountain drink for one dollar and popcorn for two.

  • Annette Green

    ★ 4

    This was a lovely place to visit. Lots of cool memorabilia to look at. I wish they still offered the option for the original soda. It's my one negative comment. The popcorn is yummy.

  • Esteban Figueroa

    ★ 5

    A must-stop when visiting downtown New Bern! It’s really cool to stand right where Pepsi was invented. The shop has a great nostalgic vibe with the old-fashioned soda fountain. Grabbed a fresh Pepsi and some popcorn—definitely worth a quick visit! Off course coca cola is better, BTW Mtn dew it is not bad at all