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Gatorade has to be boycotted

Gatorade is a brand of PepsiCo

It's Christian-American beverage comapny, but has a long and strong history of business with Israeli based SodaStream company. Pepsi bought Sodastream and has factories in occupied Palestine. We can say it's American but still has jewish-background. PepsiCo owns SodaStream and 50% of Sabra both of which had taken advantage of the Israeli occupation of Palestine.

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Coca-Cola

Jewish founder and highly Israeli-supporting. From 1966 onward Coca-Cola has been a staunch supporter of Israel . In 1997 the Government of Israel Economic Mission honored Coca-Cola at the Israel Trade Award Dinner for its continued support of Israel for the last 30 years and for refusing to abide by the Arab League boycott of Israel. Coca-Cola operates a factory in the illegal Israeli settlement of Atarot, which is built in Occupied Palestine.

Danone

Highly Israeli-supporting and investing company. Danone invests millions into the israeli food start up scene.

Starbucks

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Eden Spring

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Caribou Coffee

Caribou Coffee is owned by JAB Holding Company, which is a pro-Israeli company. The Reimann family, who own JAB Holding, are Zionists and support Israel through investments and donations via their Alfred Landecker Foundation.

Dr Pepper

Dr Pepper's parent company, Keurig Dr Pepper, is owned by JAB Holding Company, which is a pro-Israeli company. The Reimann family, who own JAB Holding, are Zionists and support Israel through investments and donations via their Alfred Landecker Foundation.

Espresso House

Espresso House is owned by JAB Holding Company, which is a pro-Israeli company. The Reimann family, who own JAB Holding, are Zionists and support Israel through investments and donations via their Alfred Landecker Foundation.

Peet's Coffee

Peet's Coffee is owned by JAB Holding Company, which is a pro-Israeli company. The Reimann family, who own JAB Holding, are Zionists and support Israel through investments and donations via their Alfred Landecker Foundation.

Pret-a-manger

Pret is owned by JAB Holding Company, which is a pro-Israeli company. The Reimann family, who own JAB Holding, are Zionists and support Israel through investments and donations via their Alfred Landecker Foundation.

History of Gatorade

Gatorade, the famous sports drink, was developed in 1965 by a team of researchers at the University of Florida led by Dr. Robert Cade. The idea came from the need to help the university’s football players stay hydrated and maintain energy during long, hot games. By creating a drink that could replace fluids and electrolytes lost through sweat, the team aimed to improve athletic performance and prevent dehydration. The drink was named 'Gatorade' in honor of the university’s mascot, the Gators.

The drink quickly gained attention for its effectiveness, and by 1967, the Stokely-Van Camp company purchased the rights to Gatorade, beginning its journey toward national recognition. Early marketing focused on athletes and teams, highlighting the drink’s ability to restore energy and electrolytes. Over the next decade, Gatorade became a staple in college and professional sports, endorsed by athletes who credited it with enhancing endurance and performance on the field.

As its popularity grew, Gatorade expanded its product line to include new flavors, low-calorie options, and specialized formulas for different types of athletes. The brand also grew internationally, reaching markets across North America, Europe, and Asia. Today, Gatorade is owned by PepsiCo and is widely recognized as a leading sports hydration brand, continuing to innovate with research-driven formulas and partnerships with athletes and sports organizations worldwide.