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From West African red-colored teas made with ingredients like hibiscus petals and kola nuts to Big Red Soda, red drink has a long, rich history.
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The tradition of celebrating Juneteenth with red drink has roots in West African red-colored teas made from ingredients like hibiscus petals and kola nuts. The earliest Juneteeth celebrations in the U.S. featured drinks like molasses and water, red lemonade, and (starting in the early 20th century) red carbonated beverages.
From West African red-colored teas made with ingredients like hibiscus petals and kola nuts to Big Red Soda, red drink has a long, rich history.
Reynold “King Paido” Phillips wouldn’t have missed the calypso competition on Sunday night at the Virgin Gorda Easter Festival.