There’s a rationalesort ofbehind what we call our beverages.

The whole soda vs. pop vs. coke debate is bigger than any of us.

And this battle over regional words rages on.

coca cola sign

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Why do we call our soda pop coke?

“What kind can I get you?”

The results are reflected on the map, with pink the designated “coke” color.

The South is mighty pink.

What could be moreSouthern than a Coke?

Maybe a fluffy, golden homemade biscuit, fresh out of the oven.

And maybe a little dollop of Mama’s blackberry jam.