Fact Check of viral video of making fake Coca-Cola and Pepsi

A viral video circulating on social media purportedly shows the process of creating fake Coca-Cola and Pepsi beverages, raising concerns about food safety and adulteration. The video shows someone filling empty bottles with a manufactured drink resembling popular cola brands, followed by the injection of gas into these bottles. The footage has sparked fear among consumers, with many expressing apprehension about the safety of consuming such beverages.

A video surfaced on social media platform X that depicts a scene in a warehouse. In the scene, someone observes a man refilling used Coca-Cola bottles with a concoction from a tub. Using a funnel, the man pours the fake mixture into the bottles. Then, he repackages them for resale. Bags of discarded bottles fill the surroundings, further emphasizing the illicit nature of the operation.

Popular coke drinks have often sparked debate due to the health risks they pose. Interestingly, a recent video reveals that people are working at a counterfeit Coca-Cola production unit, capitalizing on the massive customer base of the leading soft drink brand. @somoynews_tv posted the clip, which shows workers making the drink from readily available ingredients like cola syrup, water, and food coloring, and then filling iconic Coca-Cola-labeled plastic bottles.

However, it is crucial to fact-check and verify such viral content to discern the accuracy of the claims made. Upon investigation, it was found that the video lacks specific details regarding the location where this activity took place.

A user shared the 20-second clip on March 29 and it has garnered over eight lakh views, sparking a vigorous debate online.

While the video may raise alarm about potential food adulteration practices, it is essential to rely on credible sources and official statements to ascertain the validity of such claims. The concerns expressed by netizens regarding the safety of cool drinks amid the summer season are valid, emphasizing the importance of ensuring product authenticity and hygiene standards.

One user remarked in shock and dismay, "Scary….Everything in this world is fabricated or adulterated these days." Another user pointed out the striking similarities between the counterfeit product and the genuine Coca-Cola, noting, "To be honest, this is how Coca-Cola syrup looks like anyway, so same poison different hands." Commenters expressed their shock and dismay.

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