Many people know that Caleb Bradham, a pharmacist in New Bern invented Brad’s Drink in the late 1880s, later to be known as Pepsi-Cola. His aim was to create a drink that was delicious and healthful, aiding digestion and boosting energy. He was confident his drink would be a taste-good, cure-all for modern ailments.
The Matthews Heritage Museum will have on display an exhibit on Pepsi: Born in the Carolinas from July 9 to November 19, 2022.