Coke vs Pepsi, what do you prefer more? Is it the sweetness of Pepsi that makes it your everyday drink. Or is it the vanilla like-flavor of Coke (Coca Cola) that makes it your habitual beverage?
Moreover, can you tell the taste difference between Coke and Pepsi? Are you aware that which has more sugar, Coke or Pepsi? Do you know who Coke and Pepsi kind of people are? Let's find out.
Half of the public depends on Coke whereas the other half only prefers Pepsi. It can be their loyalty that helps them make the same choice every time. But a majority of people don't really find any difference between the two.
The difference between Coke and Pepsi is the sweetness in taste. Pepsi is reasonably sweeter than coke yet it has a citrusy flavor. The taste exhibits a sudden citric burst rather than the taste of Coke which is more like vanilla and caramelized. However, the punch that Pepsi has disappears by the time you finish the can. So, if you go by the (sip) taste test, Pepsi outshines Coke. Coke suffers the taste comparison test. But if you are the one who would not prefer those sudden bursts or excessive sweetness in your beverage, Coke would be the winning drink for you.
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Coke vs Pepsi - who wins the nutritional content challenge? And which has more sugar, Coke or Pepsi? The taste difference between coke and Pepsi clearly tells that the sweetness of Pepsi makes it high on sugar than Coke. Pepsi contains more calories and caffeine content. On the other side, Coke has higher amounts of sodium but lower calories. For instance, if we go by the numbers, Coke has 21 mg caffeine per 30ml can whereas Pepsi contains 24 mg caffeine. Coke vs Pepsi - 90 vs. 100 calories and 25 g vs. 26 g amounts of sugar. There isn't much of a difference, but if you are the one for whom even a single-digit counts, then you know what to choose! However, sugar contents of these frizzy drinks vary from place to place where you buy it from.
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Pepsi contains carbonated water, fructose corn syrup, sugar, caramel color, caffeine, phosphoric acid along with citric acid and natural flavor. On the other side, coke contains caffeine citrate, citric acid, vanilla extract, lime juice, sugar, flavor, extracts (liquid form) of coca leaves along with water and caramel.
There's a hilarious difference according to the "hunch" about the people who drink Coke or Pepsi. According to their study, people who drink Coke are classy and might prefer coke with caviar. On the other side, Pepsi people prefer the drink with cheesy snacks. Coke people are well-traveled whereas Pepsi people don't go out on vacations for months together. Coke drinkers show up prior to their time, however, Pepsi drinkers are more likely to show up late. Coke people have been to art museums at least once in their lifetime. But Pepsi people are more comfortable in their homes watching television.
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So, there aren't just differences between the two drinks but also the kinds of people who drink them. Coke vs. Pepsi is quite a competitive terminology. Both the brands have been rigorous with the way they advertise their products and put forward their names in a positive manner. However, there have been cases where the two were put down for some or the other reason. But they managed to successfully maintain and sustain their rapport. Branding is a dangerous game, but it can do wonders with the right types of strategies. Over the years, Coke vs Pepsi doesn't seem like a competition anymore. The two companies have seen a global expansion and have become the long-standing industry leaders.
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Pepsi has slightly more sugar as compared to Coca Cola. Pepsi is also called the citrusy flavor burst which is different from that of coke. Coke has got a raisiny-vanilla taste. It contains different taste and ingredients. Coca Cola was always the most preferred brand but as Pepsi took over the market share in the1958, the market for Pepsi had made a landmark achievement. It has not been easy even for the customers to classify their taste between the two, but they are people who have particular preferences. So, next time when you chose any of the beverages, make sure it satisfies your taste buds.