Red Kola
Red Kola is a carbonated soft drink made from fruit extracts, and may include flavouring from the kola nut. Red Kola is made by various firms including Currie's (operated by Dunns Food & Drinks Ltd), Solripe, and A.G. Barr.
| Type | Soft Drink |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | A.G. Barr plc, Currie's |
| Distributor | Dunns Food & Drinks Ltd |
| Country of origin | Scotland |
| Colour | Black carrot, Safflower (Barr's) Anthocyanin, Turmeric (Currie's) |
| Related products | Irn-Bru, Tizer, Coca-Cola |
| Website | https://www.dunnsfoodanddrinks.co.uk/our-range/own-brands/curries-red-kola-3 |
Despite the name, it bears no resemblance to more traditional cola drinks in either flavour or appearance. It is bright red in colour and has a unique taste, significantly sharper than cola and with a strong fruit base.
Ingredients
Currie's Red Kola: carbonated water, sugar, tartaric acid, flavourings, preservative (sodium benzoate), sweeteners (sodium saccharin, aspartame), colours (E163, E100).
Barr's Red Kola: carbonated water, sugar, citric acid, flavouring, concentrates (black carrot, safflower), sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), preservative (sodium benzoate).
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