Fanta Shokata soft drink

Fanta Shokata is a unique elderflower and lemon flavored carbonated soft drink that is part of the global Fanta portfolio. Originally inspired by 'Socată', a traditional Romanian elderflower drink, this specific variant was first launched in Romania and has since become highly popular across the Balkans, Central, and Eastern Europe. Because of its regional popularity, it is manufactured in numerous bottling facilities throughout these territories, typically under the management of Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company.

Fanta itself has a complex history, originally being created in Germany during World War II when Coca-Cola syrup was difficult to import. Following the war, the brand was integrated back into the American parent company's global lineup. Today, Fanta is one of the world's most recognizable soda brands, known for having localized flavors tailored to regional tastes, such as the Shokata version seen here.

The global brand is owned by The Coca-Cola Company, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. While the brand origin is German, its ultimate ownership and strategic direction are American. The product is distributed and bottled through various regional subsidiaries and bottling partners depending on the specific market of sale.