Pepsi Cola

Pepsi, one of the world's most recognized beverage brands, was originally created in 1893 by Caleb Bradham in New Bern, North Carolina, USA. Initially known as 'Brad's Drink,' it was renamed Pepsi-Cola in 1898. The brand's history is characterized by its growth through the 20th century, culminating in its 1965 merger with Frito-Lay to form the global powerhouse known today as PepsiCo.

Today, Pepsi is manufactured in numerous countries across the globe through a complex network of company-owned bottling plants and independent licensed bottlers. This decentralized production strategy allows the product to be tailored to local markets while maintaining global brand standards. PepsiCo remains the ultimate owner, managing a vast portfolio of beverages, snacks, and nutrition products.

As of 2026, PepsiCo continues to be headquartered in Harrison, New York, with its primary corporate offices in Purchase. The company operates as a publicly traded entity on the NASDAQ, controlling various regional subsidiaries and franchises that handle local distribution and marketing across almost every continent.