"Baikal – A taste of the Motherland."
Born from the Soviet Union’s push for self-sufficiency, Baikal was designed as a Pepsi and Coca-Cola alternative, but quickly developed its own cult following thanks to its unique herbal taste and smooth carbonation. Unlike its Western rivals, Baikal carries the essence of the taiga, infused with extracts of Siberian herbs, fir needles, and medicinal roots, giving it a rich, earthy aftertaste that lingers on the tongue. Its rise in Oceanyka’s markets is no accident—with the nation’s deepening ties to the Eastern Bloc ⚒️, Baikal has flooded working-class cafés, roadside diners, and military mess halls, where its refreshing properties and caffeine kick have made it a favorite among labourers, soldiers, and dockworkers. Some even claim it has invigorating properties, helping them push through the longest shifts—or the toughest fights.