Caffeine-Free Pepsi facts for kids
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12 fl. oz. can of Caffeine-Free Pepsi
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| Type | Cola |
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| Manufacturer | Pepsi |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Introduced | 1982 |
| Related products | Caffeine-Free Coca-Cola |
Caffeine-Free Pepsi is a special kind of Pepsi soda. It's made without most of the caffeine usually found in cola drinks. PepsiCo first launched it in 1982. Back then, it was called "Pepsi Free" and was almost entirely caffeine-free (99.7%). They also made a sugar-free version called "Diet Pepsi Free." The "Pepsi Free" name changed in 1987. Today, these drinks are simply known as "Caffeine-Free Pepsi" and "Caffeine-Free Diet Pepsi."
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The Story of Caffeine-Free Pepsi
How Caffeine-Free Pepsi Began
Caffeine-Free Pepsi was first introduced in 1982. It offered people a choice to enjoy the taste of Pepsi without caffeine. This was a new idea for many soda lovers at the time.
Changes in Name and Look
When Caffeine-Free Pepsi first came out, its label was red. But to avoid confusion with Coca-Cola, which often uses red, the label color changed to gold in 1987.
Later, in 1998, Pepsi changed its main color to blue. So, Caffeine-Free Pepsi's label also became blue. The letters on the label were outlined in gold.
In 2009, the caffeine-free version went back to a gold background. This color helps people know it's the caffeine-free type. Interestingly, Caffeine-Free Coca-Cola also uses a gold background. For the regular caffeine-free Pepsi, the letters are outlined in red. For the diet version, the letters are completely red.
Where to Find It Today
When it first launched, Pepsi Free was sold in cans, large 2-liter bottles, and smaller 20-ounce glass bottles. Today, Caffeine-Free Pepsi is still available in cans and 2-liter bottles. You might also find it in 16-ounce plastic bottles. However, what's available can vary from store to store. For example, some stores might only carry the cans.
