Q: Who owns Cadbury Schweppes Americas Beverages?
A: Cadbury Schweppes Americas Beverages (CSAB) is a subsidiary division of Cadbury Schweppes plc. CSAB is one of the largest producers of soft drinks and premium beverages in the Americas. While Coke and Pepsi are bottling partners that produce and deliver a substantial amount of our soft drink volume to retailers, neither owns CSAB.
Q: What is the Dr Pepper Patriot Can?
The can, released in November 2001, features an image of the Statue of Liberty along with the words "One Nation … Indivisible." The special packaging was designed to reflect our pride in this country's determination to stand together as one. Click here for more information.
Q: Does Dr Pepper contain prune juice?
A: Dr Pepper is a unique blend of natural and artificial flavors; it does not and never has contained prune juice.
Q: Where can I find caffeine-free Dr Pepper products?
A: The decision to produce caffeine-free Dr Pepper and Diet Dr Pepper is up to local bottlers, based upon market conditions such as demand and shelf space. While Dr Pepper and Diet Dr Pepper are available throughout the U.S., their caffeine-free counterparts are not. To find out which Dr Pepper products are available near you, call 1 (888) DRPEPPER.
Q: Why do you have multiple root beers, ginger ales, orange sodas, etc.?
A: We have multiple brands in certain carbonated soft drink categories because of mergers and acquisitions. All are terrific brands, but many are only regional, such as Hires Root Beer and Vernors Ginger Ale. Some brands, such as Canada Dry and Schweppes Ginger Ale and Mixers, appeal to different consumer age groups. Others are more widely available, such as A&W Root Beer and Sunkist Orange Soda. Each has its own unique appeal and is marketed to a specific consumer demographic.
Q: Where can I get historical information on your brands?
A: Brand histories can be found on this site. For more information on Dr Pepper, check out the links to the Dr Pepper Museum, drpeppermuseum.com, and the Dublin (Texas) Dr Pepper bottler drpep.com. For history about the soft drink industry, please visit the National Soft Drink Association (NSDA) nsda.org.
Q: Where can I find out about current promotional activities?
A: Check out the individual brand sites such as drpepper.com, 7UP.com, etc. Questions about rules and eligibility can be e-mailed to our consumer relations team.
Q: Why are some promotions different in different areas? How does CSAB handle its promotions?
A: Some promotions are local promotions that are run by the bottler in your area. If you are still seeing packaging for an expired promotion, we will be glad to report these incidents to your local bottler who is responsible for distribution and rotation of stock. Please wait at least 12 weeks after sending in game piece to check the status of your prize. We can only research promotions for the United States.
Q: What are the rules for storing soda?
A: Soft drinks should always be stored in a cool, dry place. We recommend storing soda in your home or basement, not in the garage. When a soda is exposed to high temperatures, the flavoring breaks down, causing it to lose optimal taste. Discoloration may occur, such as the yellowing of tonic water. Canned soft drinks may bulge or protrude, causing the drink to taste flat. Please do not store soda in automobiles.
Q: Can you help me remove soda stains?
A: While CSAB does not endorse any method of stain removal, we have gathered information from experts that we can suggest to you. If you would like to talk to an expert, you can contact the Carpet and Rug Institute at 1-800-882-8846.
Q: Why are colors and dyes used in your products?
1) It helps to correct for natural variations in color and for changes during processing and storage.
2) It makes it more visually appealing and helps emphasize and identify flavors.
3) It helps to preserve the identity and character by which soft drinks are recognized.
Q: What is hot Dr Pepper?
A: Hot Dr Pepper was developed many years ago as a refreshing winter drink. Heat Dr Pepper in a saucepan to 180 degrees. Place a thin slice of lemon in the bottom of a coffee mug or insulated cup and pour the heated Dr Pepper over the lemon.
Q: What other products does Cadbury Schweppes own?
A: Its two businesses consist of beverages and confectionery. Visit cadburyschweppes.com for more information.
Q: What is the shelf life for your soft drinks?
A: The shelf life of non-diet soft drinks is nine months for cans and glass containers. The shelf life is three months for diet drinks or plastic containers.
All soft drinks tend to lose flavor over time. The type of sweetener, type of package and storage conditions can affect beverage flavor quality.
Q: How can I find out about the ingredients of your products?
A: All ingredients are listed on the label in order of decreasing amount by weight. CSAB products contain natural and/or artificial flavors. All ingredients are FDA approved. All our products are produced in compliance with applicable local, state and federal regulations. Any ingredient that is not listed on the can or bottle is considered proprietary to CSAB. If you have a concern regarding the intake of the product, we suggest you contact your physician.
Q: Why is there caffeine in some of your products?
A: Caffeine is used in many of our soft drinks as a flavor enhancer. Caffeine in soft drinks is regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Although the FDA permits up to 6 mg of caffeine per fluid ounce in soft drinks, most soft drinks contain only 3-4 mg per ounce.
Q: Why are some products unavailable in some areas? How can I get a product from outside my area?
A: The decision to produce soft drinks is up to local bottlers, based upon market conditions such as demand and shelf space. Please contact us if you would like to know who your local bottler is or to request a product be produced in your area. If your local bottler does not produce the soft drink you are looking for, you may want to have the product shipped to you. There are several Web sites that offer shipping of hard-to-find soft drinks:
www.popsoda.com
www.bevnet.com
www.drsoda.com |