Kick (soft drink) facts for kids
| Type | Citrus soft drink |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Royal Crown Company |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Introduced | 1965 |
| Variants | none |
Kick was a citrus-flavored soft drink made by the Royal Crown Company. It was first introduced in 1965. This fizzy drink had a zesty citrus taste and contained caffeine, giving it a 'kick' like its name suggested.
What Was Kick Soda?
Kick was a special kind of soda that tasted like citrus fruits. It was created by the Royal Crown Company, which is also known for making RC Cola. The company launched Kick in 1965 in places like Nashville and Johnson City, Tennessee. It was a carbonated drink, meaning it had bubbles, and it also had caffeine to give people an energy boost.
Why Was Kick Created?
Kick was made to compete with other popular citrus sodas in North America. These included Mountain Dew from PepsiCo and Mello Yello from The Coca-Cola Company. Kick hoped to become popular with groups interested in extreme sports, punk music, and video games. It wanted to be the go-to drink for these exciting subcultures.
When Did Kick Stop Being Made?
Kick soda was discontinued in 2002. This happened when the Royal Crown Company was bought by another large company called Cadbury Schweppes plc. Cadbury Schweppes acquired Royal Crown through its purchase of Snapple. After this change, Kick was no longer produced.
