Dr Pepper carbonated soft drink

Dr Pepper is an iconic American carbonated soft drink created in 1885 by Charles Alderton in Waco, Texas. It is known for its signature blend of 23 unique flavors, which sets it apart from traditional colas. The brand has a complex ownership and distribution history due to various licensing agreements throughout the 20th century.

Currently, the brand is owned by Keurig Dr Pepper in its home market of the United States. In many international markets, including parts of Europe and Canada, the manufacturing and distribution rights are held by other major beverage corporations like The Coca-Cola Company or PepsiCo. Because of this extensive global network, the product is manufactured in multiple countries to supply regional markets.