If you’re facing a medical procedure and craving a cola fix, I get it. That sugar and caffeine is a siren song. But swap it for clear apple juice or white grape juice. Or blast a bit of black coffee if you need the jolt.
You could try clear sports drinks like certain Gatorades or Powerades, but skip the red and blue ones—they can also trick the camera. Stick to the “crystal” varieties. See what I did there? Like Crystal Pepsi, but less sad.
At the end of the day, your nurse is the boss. If she says “clear liquids only,” don’t bring a Pepsi. She will give you a look that says, “I’ve seen this before, and it ends in a cancelled colonoscopy.” You don’t want that energy.
The Final Sip
So, next time someone asks “Is Pepsi a clear liquid?” you can smile knowingly and say, “Depends on who’s asking. If it’s a surgeon, no. If it’s a philosopher, maybe?” Then you can down a glass of water and feel smug about your newfound knowledge.
And if you ever find a Crystal Pepsi in a gas station? Buy it. Drink it before your procedure. Thank me later. Or don’t—I’ll be here, sipping my coffee, wondering why we can’t just agree that Pepsi is a dark liquid and move on with our lives. Cheers, friend.