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Vin Mariani was a popular 19th-century French tonic wine containing cocaine, initially marketed as medicine for various ailments. Its success was largely due to celebrity endorsements, including figures like Jules Verne and Pope Leo XIII. Despite its popularity, Vin Mariani faced decline due to early 20th-century health regulations and prohibition, unlike Coca Cola, which also contained cocaine. Angelo Mariani, the creator, became a millionaire from this product.

What was Vin Mariani and what were its main ingredients?

How was Vin Mariani initially advertised and what ailments was it claimed to cure?

What role did celebrity endorsements play in the popularity of Vin Mariani?

Which famous individuals were associated with Vin Mariani and what did they say about it?

What led to the decline of Vin Mariani in the early 20th century?