Multiple choice general knowledge Which is the oldest major soft drink in America pepsi coca-cola fanta Dr pepper Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself D Correct answer Explanation Dr Pepper was created in 1885 and first nationally introduced in 1904, making it the oldest major soft drink in America. Coca-Cola was invented in 1886, Pepsi in 1893, and Fanta in 1940 - all later than Dr Pepper.