This post is all about Club Cool, the Coke “bar” at EPCOT where you can try Coke varieties from around the world.
Looking for a fun (and free!) spot to cool off at EPCOT? Look no further than Club Cool in the World Celebration area. Nestled next to the Creations Shop, Club Cool is a Coca-Cola-sponsored fizzy adventure where you can sample unique soft drinks from around the globe. Whether you’re a soda connoisseur or just curious about international flavors, this experience is a must-try!
A Little Club Cool History
Club Cool originally opened in June of 1998 as Ice Station Cool, positioned inside the Innoventions West building in Future World West at EPCOT. It’s a smaller, similar set up of World of Coca-Cola in Atlanta, Georgia. During an EPCOT renovation, the station was moved to its current location next to Creations Shop (formerly MouseGear) in the former Innoventions East building. It was renamed Club Cool and reopened on September 15, 2021. Club Cool is typically open from 9am to 9pm.
Club Cool: A Global Sip Journey
Club Cool isn’t your typical soda fountain–it’s a tasting station featuring Coca-Cola products from different countries, each with distinct flavors and cultural influences. Here’s what makes it special:
- Free Samples! Unlike most beverage experiences at EPCOT, you won’t need to spend a dime to enjoy these refreshing drinks.
- International Flavors: The lineup rotates, but past offerings have included selections from Italy, Japan, Peru, and Zimbabwe, giving you a unique glimpse into soda culture worldwide.
- The Famous “Beverly” Challenge: The Italian drink Beverly, known for its bitter taste, has become a Disney rite of passage. Are you brave enough to try it? Of all the Club Cool flavors, this is Julie’s favorite. But Rick has a different opinion, as you can see below. From what we’ve seen online, most people agree with Rick!
Club Cool Flavors Past and Present
Club Cool flavors do rotate, as we stated, but currently there are eight flavors from several countries. The flavors currently being served at Club Cool are:
- Beverly (Italy): Beverly, with is bitter flavor, is a popular non-alcoholic apéritif that is a traditional part of Italian refreshment culture.
- Bon Bon Anglais (Madagascar): Bon Bon Anglais, excluxive to Madagascar, offers a unique taste experience with a blend of tropical fruit flavors.
- Country Club Merengue (Dominican Republic): Enjoy the smooth, creamy tropical fruit taste of Country Club Merengue from the Dominican Republic. Pronounced “muh-reng-gey,” the music and dance is just as popular as this sparkling sweet treat.
- Joy Apple Lychee (Korea): Minute Maid® Joy Apple Lychee is a still beverage with ripe apple and lychee notes. Lychee is a tropical and subtropical fruit tree native to southern China and now cultivated in many parts of the world.
- Royal Wattamelon (Philippines): Royal Wattamelon is a sparkling beverage with a refreshingly sour watermelon flavor available exclusively in the Philippines.
- Sour Plum Flavor (China): Suan Mei Tang or Sour Plum Tea is a traditional Chinese beverage that has existed for over 1,000 years. Smart Sour Plum has a savory, sweet, and tart flavor that is considered by many to be the ultimate sparkline thirst quencher on a hot day.
- Sprite® Cucumber (Russia): Sprite originally launched in 1961 and is now enjoyed in multiple countries around the world. Sprite® Cucumber from Russia has a crisp cucumber flavor, providing a refreshing twist on this classic lemon-lime beverage.
- Viva Rapberry (Moldova): Viva Raspberry is a delicious sparkling beverage from Moldova, a country in Eastern Europe. The slightly tart, yet sweet raspberry flavor is complimented by a hint of raspberry juice.
Here are some of the past soda flavor offerings, according to Wikipedia:
- Fanta Pineapple (Greece): pineapple flavor
- Fanta Melon Frosty (Thailand): melon flavor
- Bibo (South Africa): kiwi mango flavor
- VegitaBeta (Japan): “A non-carbonated apricot and passion fruit flavored drink, VegitaBeta is the only beverage apart from Beverly to have been offered during the entire 2005–2019 original run of Club Cool.”
- Sparletta (South Africa): raspberry cream soda flavor
- Inca Kola (Peru): Lemon Verbena flavored, simlar to bubblegum flavor
- Guarana Kuat (Brazil): Guarana berry flavor
- Krest Ginger Ale (Mozambique)
- Mezzo Mix (Germany): mix between orange soda and cola
- Lift Apple (Mexico): carbonated, flavored with fruit juices
- Fanta Kolita (Costa Rica): fruit-flavored, carbonated
- Kinley Lemon (Israel)
- Smart Watermelon (China)
More Than Just a Soda Shop
Club Cool is more than a tasting station–it’s also a Coca-Cola retail store, where you can grab exclusive Disney x Coke merchandise, stylist bottles, and collectibles. Plus, the upbeat atmosphere and cool interior make it a great place to escape the Florida heat for a bit!
Tips for Your Visit
- Try It All: Even if a flavor sounds unfamiliar and weird, give it a go! The variety is what makes the experience fun.
- Watch Reactions: If you’re with friends or family, grab your camera–some flavors surprise guests in the best (and funniest) ways.
- Beat the Crowds: Club Cool can get busy, so visiting earlier or much later in the day may offer a quieter experience.
Whether you visit for a quick refreshment or tackling the famous Beverly challenge, Club Cool is a small but memorable piece of EPCOT magic.
Have you tried any international soda flavors before? Let’s chat in the comments.
And if you’re looking for a more “mature” beverage experience, check out the newly opened GEO-82 Lounge.
0 Comments