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Charles Leiper Grigg
1868-05-11 – 1940-04-16
Life & Legacy
Charles Leiper Grigg (May 11, 1868 – April 16, 1940) was an American businessman who invented 7 Up, once known as 7Up Lithiated Lemon Soda, in October 1929. Grigg became acquainted with the carbonated beverage business after moving to St. Louis, Missouri. Prior to inventing 7 Up, Grigg had created an orange soft drink named "Whistle" for the Vess Soda Company. It is still made and sold in St. Louis.
Occupation & Career
inventor, businessperson
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q5080193 — wikidata View source
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