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Pepsi Max Caffeine Free

ownerPepsiCo, Inc. (USA)
originUnited States
manufacturedUnited Kingdom

Pepsi Max was first introduced to the world in 1993, with the United Kingdom, Australia, and Italy serving as its debut test markets. Unlike the standard Pepsi-Cola, which originated in the United States in the late 19th century, Pepsi Max was specifically engineered as a zero-sugar alternative with a bolder flavour profile to appeal to a younger audience. The 'Caffeine Free' variant followed, offering the same 'maximum taste' signature of the brand without the stimulant.

In the UK, the product is manufactured and distributed through a long-standing partnership with Britvic Soft Drinks Ltd. While the global brand is owned by the American multinational PepsiCo, Inc., the specific cans found in the UK market are produced locally at Britvic's facilities across England. This localized production ensures that the beverage meets regional tastes and logistical efficiency while remaining under the strict authority and quality standards of the parent company in New York.

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