A Coke by any other name…

June 5th, 2009

Carbonated soft drinks are generally called ‘Pops’ here in the upper Midwest, but ‘Soda’ is gaining some ground too. I wasn’t aware of a strong debate underlying the name for the beverage until I came across this interactive map. You can click on the map to get the generic name for soft drinks by US county. Just in case you need to stay abreast of the local jargon while venturing to unfamiliar corners of the country.

Soda Versus Pop



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