Orangina

Orangina is a lightly carbonated citrus soft drink made with orange juice, other citrus juices, and orange pulp.

Orangina is a lightly carbonated citrus soft drink made with orange juice, other citrus juices, and orange pulp. It was first developed in the 1930s by Spanish pharmacist Agustín Trigo Miralles and later commercialized in French Algeria before becoming a widely sold beverage in Europe and other markets.

History

Orangina began as Naranjina, a drink created by Spanish pharmacist Agustín Trigo Miralles in the early 1930s. The formula was sold to Léon Beton in 1935 and developed into the branded beverage Orangina.

Composition

The drink is a lightly carbonated citrus beverage containing orange juice, other citrus juices, orange pulp, sweetener, and natural flavours. Its pulp and citrus blend are central to its identity.

Brand and packaging

Orangina became widely recognized through its branding and bottle design. The rounded, textured bottle is strongly associated with the product and its orange imagery.

Distribution

Orangina is sold in Europe, especially France and Switzerland, as well as Japan, North Africa, and parts of North America. It is often described as a French or Mediterranean-style soft drink.