V8 (beverage)

V8 (beverage)

V8 is a vegetable juice beverage brand that is owned and produced by the Campbell Soup Company. The name "V8" is a reference to the eight types of vegetables that are used in the production of the juice. These vegetables include tomato, carrot, beet, parsley, lettuce, watercress, spinach, and celery.

History

V8 was first developed by W.G. Peacock, a Chicago grocer, in 1933. The product was initially sold under the name "Vege-min 8". In 1948, the Campbell Soup Company acquired the brand and renamed it to "V8".

Varieties

Over the years, the V8 brand has expanded to include a variety of different beverages. These include:

• V8 Original: The original V8 juice, made from eight vegetables.
• V8 Low Sodium: A version of the original V8 juice with reduced sodium content.
• V8 Spicy Hot: A spicy version of the original V8 juice.
• V8 V-Fusion: A line of juices that blend fruit and vegetable juices.
• V8 Splash: A line of fruit-flavored beverages.
• V8 +Energy: A line of energy drinks made with fruit and vegetable juices.

Nutrition

V8 juice is often marketed as a healthy beverage due to its high content of vegetables. However, it is important to note that while V8 juice does contain a variety of nutrients from the vegetables it is made from, it also contains a significant amount of sodium and sugar.

In popular culture

V8 has been referenced in various forms of popular culture, including television shows, movies, and music. It is often used as a symbol of health and vitality.

See also

• List of juices
• Vegetable juice
• Fruit juice
• Campbell Soup Company