Molecola is a popular, premium Italian cola from Turin, known for its distinctive flavor from natural ingredients and a recipe inspired by an 1854 Piedmontese cookbook, offering a refreshing, bubbly taste with caffeine, available in classic and sugar-free options, and packaged in distinctive cans shaped like Turin's Mole Antonelliana building.
Key characteristics
- Origin: Created in Turin, Italy, in 2012, emphasizing Italian production and fair trade
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- Flavor: A unique, traditional cola taste derived from natural flavors, cola nut extract, and spices, often described as classic and refreshing.
- Ingredients: Made with natural mineral water, Italian sugar, natural flavors, caffeine, and caramel coloring, with sugar-free versions also available.
- Packaging: Recognizable by its cans and bottles inspired by the Mole Antonelliana, a famous Turin landmark, and is plastic-free.
- Serving: Best enjoyed chilled, straight from the bottle/can, with a lime wedge, or paired with Italian snacks like grissini or pizza.
Taste & nutrition
- Taste: A classic cola flavor profile that's less sweet than some alternatives, with notes from its natural ingredients.
- Nutrition (Classic): Contains caffeine and sugar (around 35g per serving) and is around 160 calories.