If you’ve never heard of Cola Couronne, then you must not have yet traveled to Haiti. The beverage is the number-one most popular drink in Haiti, both among locals and tourists who come to vacation there. While there are popular alternatives such as Coke, Fanta, or beer, they all come back to Cola Couronne on …
The first bottle of Cola Couronne was produced in 1924. It instantly became the most popular soda—the only one—in Haiti. Nowadays, visiting Haiti without enjoying a bottle of Cola Couronne is like visiting Italy and not having a slice of Neapolitan pizza. It’s a traditional drink to be enjoyed at your leisure, preferably when it gets hot outside. Since Haiti is a tropical paradise, it’s summertime year-round.