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The Fizzy First
A story about the birth of Dr Pepper in Waco.
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Did you know that Waco is the birthplace of the world's oldest major soft drink? Long before Coke hit the scene, Dr Pepper was already bubbling away right here. If you're looking for a bit of quirkiness off the beaten path, the Dr Pepper Museum is the place to be.
It's actually housed in the original bottling plant, making it a living piece of soda history. It's a fun, vivid tribute to a drink that started in this city and took over the world. Next time you take a sip, just remember it all began in a bottling plant in Waco.
Updated June 2026