Club Cool – Epcot – Have some Beverly??

Do you have a slightly sadistic side to your personality? Well if you do, be sure to visit Club Cool in Future World at Epcot with your friends.

Here, guests can sample, free of charge, a number of Coca Cola beverages that aren’t available in the U.S. but are favorites in other countries. These include, Krest from Mozambique, Fanta from Costa Rica, Mezzo Mix from Germany, Vegita Beta from Japan, Kenley from Israel, Lift from Mexico, Xingmu (Smart) from China, and last, but not least, Beverly from Italy.

With the exception of Italy’s concoction, all of the countries feature drinks that are somewhat enjoyable. But Beverly leaves a lot to be desired. The description on the drink dispenser reads: “Beverly, with its bitter flavor, is a popular non-alcoholic aperitif that stimulates the appetite before dinner.”

Bitter is an understatement! Yikes! is more like it.

Now, on to my sadistic side”¦ I love to take Epcot first-timers to Club Cool. I tell them about the many wonderful flavors and have them try a couple of palatable choices before I foist Beverly on them. Then I stand back and watch their faces. This is always good for a laugh – however, I am often gently smacked by my unsuspecting marks.

Now, on to the sad part of the story for those of you who have already tried Beverly. Every time I take someone in here I have to try it again just to see if it really tastes as bad as I remember. Well, after so many samples I’ve actually developed a taste for the stuff and I’m beginning to understand why the Italians might actually like this drink.