Is adding peanuts to Coca-Cola really “delicious”? Surprisingly, yes! This quirky Southern tradition is as beloved as comfort food and sweet tea.
Alongside Southern favorites like fried chicken and pecan pie, there’s a unique custom of dropping peanuts into a bottle of Coca-Cola.
Historian Rick McDaniel explains that this practice dates back to the 1920s when rural stores started selling shelled peanuts with bottled Coke. Workers, trying to avoid dirtying their hands, began pouring the peanuts straight into the soda.
Another theory links this to travel. Driving a manual car meant needing a hands-free snack, so adding peanuts to a Coke bottle made sense. To get the authentic experience, use regular Coke and salted peanuts, ideally in a glass bottle for the best flavor.
This unusual tradition has been passed down through generations, offering a delightful mix of salty and sweet that many find surprisingly tasty.
If you love this combo, share it with your friends and family!
