Kofola soft drink

Kofola is an iconic carbonated soft drink that originated in the former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. Created as a local alternative to Western cola products like Coca-Cola or Pepsi, it features a unique 'Kofo' syrup blend consisting of 14 herbal and fruit ingredients combined with caffeine. It is characterized by having significantly less sugar and more caffeine than its international competitors, with a distinct licorice and cinnamon flavor profile.

Today, the brand remains an essential part of the cultural identity in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. While the heart of its production remains in these two nations—specifically in Krnov and Rajecká Lesná—the brand has expanded its footprint through strategic acquisitions across Central and Eastern Europe. The ownership is held by Kofola ČeskoSlovensko a.s., a major regional player in the beverage industry that manages a wide portfolio of mineral waters, juices, and syrups.