Pepsi 1893 Original Cola Review

The can of 1893, a sort of nostalgic launch from Pepsi based on the company's initial release. Its black can is svelte, a basic but sleek can with simply but striking text. But the design never explains enough to justify its rather pricey near two buck price tag, or at least to your average consumer.

Imbibes are heavy, coated in a thick but curt sweetness that has none of the syrupy attributes of most commercial colas. There is the flavor cinnamon and nutmeg, with a slight nuance of anise and licorice, a lovely blend of spicy nuttiness and familiar cola tastes. There is a slight bitterness to things, cut by the thirty nine grams of sugar, but giving each sip an earthy edge that balances out the saccharinity. The effervescence is coarse, with the can claiming it is "sparkling," and each sip confirms that claim. It is a fun experience, and quite a flavorful one, one that would certainly win if they company ever brought back the Pepsi Challenge.

Each can contains: water, sugar, coloring, acid, sodium citrate, flavor, preservative, caffeine, gum arabic, and kola nut extract, with 150 calories. Overall, Pepsi's 1893 Original Cola is a successful one, but never escapes being a niche beverage.

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