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Saudi Arabia Unveils World's First Date-Based Soft Drink — A New Era for Soft Drinks Begins

Unlike traditional sodas loaded with added sugar and artificial ingredients, Milaf Cola delivers a refreshingly sweet experience using only the natural sugars found in dates.

Imagine cracking open a cold cola that not only tastes incredible but actually supports your health. Sounds too good to be true? Not anymore. Introducing Milaf Cola - a bold, first-of-its-kind soft drink made entirely from premium dates, launched by Turath Al-Madina, a subsidiary of the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF).

Unlike traditional sodas loaded with added sugar and artificial ingredients, Milaf Cola delivers a refreshingly sweet experience using only the natural sugars found in dates - the very same fruit that once sustained desert travelers beneath endless starlit skies.


No added sugar. No synthetic energy spike. Just the pure, earthy sweetness of one of nature’s oldest gifts.

This groundbreaking beverage made its high-profile debut at the Riyadh Date Festival, where curious crowds were introduced to its unique flavor and story. But Milaf Cola is more than a novelty drink - it’s a symbol of a nation fusing ancient agricultural heritage with modern innovation.

Developed as part of Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia’s ambitious economic diversification initiative, Milaf Cola represents a strategic step toward reducing reliance on oil and showcasing the untapped potential of local, natural resources.

In a world increasingly shifting toward wellness, clean eating, and sustainable choices, Milaf Cola couldn’t be launching at a better time. Health-conscious consumers are actively moving away from sugary sodas and processed drinks. And right in that gap, Milaf Cola confidently steps forward with a message for the big players like Coca-Cola and Pepsi:

“There’s another way.”


Its challenger status is strengthened not just by what’s inside the bottle, but what it stands for:
– A return to real ingredients
– A nod to cultural identity
– A beverage that’s both nourishing and nostalgic

But make no mistake - this isn’t just a local experiment. Industry watchers are already eyeing Milaf Cola as a possible global disruptor. With its distinctive flavor profile, natural health benefits, and eco-friendly potential, it might just rewrite the future of the soft drink market.

The dates speak for themselves - rich, sweet, ancient. And now, the entire world is beginning to listen. Milaf Cola is no longer just a drink. It's a movement. And it’s only just getting started.

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