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People are only just realising the little-known reason the Pepsi logo is red, white and blue & it’s blowing their minds
It all started after World War II
MOST of us have a ride or die attitude when it comes to picking between the brands of Coca Cola and Pepsi.
Both brands came out more than 100 years ago and ever since people have been divided other which is the best.
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But now fans of both have put their differences aside to focus on what the logo of the Pepsi can means and its left them blown away.
With a recent revamp of the logo, now with the word Pepsi written inside, people have been wondering what it means.
The simple logo has three waves of colours in a circle - red, white and blue.
Ahhh that's the meaning of Pepsi's logo
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But people are only just discovering what they stand for.
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According to logos are a visual embodiment of a company's identity, values, and aspirations, designed to help reach their target audience.
Writer for the blog, Spencer adds that Pepsi has gone through many rebrandas over the years and first launched in 1893 as "Brad's Drink" by Caleb Bradham, who sold the drink at his drugstore in New Bern, North Carolina.
It was renamed Pepsi-Cola in 1898, "Pepsi" because it was advertised to relieve dyspepsia (indigestion) and "Cola" referring to the cola flavour.
Spencer also revealed that the colours of the logo have a deep meaning.
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He said: "The red, white, and blue colours in Pepsi's logo evoke the patriotic spirit of the American flag, reflecting the brand's deep-rooted ties to American culture and heritage.
"The logo underscores Pepsi's legacy as a beloved American beverage brand, symbolising its status as an American icon.
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"This timeless design resonates with consumers, evoking a sense of pride and nostalgia for generations of Pepsi drinkers."
The colours of the logo were added in the 1950s to help stir up patriotic feelings during World War II - signalling their support of American soldiers.
People took to social media sharing their amazement over the historical meaning behind the logo.
One person wrote: "Jesus! Didn't know Pepsi's logo had SO much meaning infused into it!"
Another commented: "Ahhh that's the meaning of Pepsi's logo."
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