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Overview[edit]

Vin Mariani was a popular tonic wine created in the late 19th century by Angelo Mariani, a French chemist. The beverage was renowned for its invigorating properties, which were attributed to its unique formulation that included coca leaves and Bordeaux wine.

History[edit]

Vin Mariani was first introduced in 1863. Angelo Mariani, inspired by the traditional use of coca leaves by indigenous peoples in South America, sought to create a product that would harness the stimulating effects of coca in a palatable form. By combining coca leaves with Bordeaux wine, Mariani developed a tonic that quickly gained popularity across Europe and North America.

Composition[edit]

The primary ingredients of Vin Mariani were coca leaves and Bordeaux wine. The coca leaves contained cocaine, a potent stimulant, which was extracted into the wine. This combination was believed to enhance energy, reduce fatigue, and improve mood. The exact concentration of cocaine in Vin Mariani varied, but it was generally around 6 mg per ounce.

Popularity[edit]

Vin Mariani was endorsed by numerous prominent figures of the time, including Thomas Edison, Jules Verne, and even Pope Leo XIII, who awarded Mariani a gold medal for his creation. The tonic was marketed as a remedy for a variety of ailments, including fatigue, depression, and influenza.

Impact on Society[edit]

The success of Vin Mariani inspired the creation of similar products, such as Coca-Cola, which originally contained coca leaf extract as well. The widespread use of coca-based products in the late 19th and early 20th centuries eventually led to increased scrutiny and regulation of cocaine and coca leaves.

Decline[edit]

With the growing awareness of the addictive properties of cocaine, regulations began to change in the early 20th century. By the 1910s, many countries had enacted laws restricting the use of cocaine, leading to a decline in the production and sale of Vin Mariani. The product eventually disappeared from the market as public health concerns over cocaine use increased.

Legacy[edit]

Vin Mariani remains a notable example of the early use of coca leaves in commercial products. It highlights the historical context of drug use and regulation, as well as the evolving understanding of the effects of psychoactive substances.

Related pages[edit]

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-'''Vin Mariani''' was a [[cocaine]]-infused [[wine]] created by [[Angelo Mariani]], a [[chemist]] from [[Corsica]], in the late 19th century. The product became extremely popular for its supposed medicinal properties and was marketed as a tonic. Vin Mariani contained a mixture of [[Bordeaux wine]] and coca leaves, the source of cocaine, which was not widely recognized as a dangerous drug at the time. The drink exemplifies the era's fascination with [[stimulants]] and the burgeoning field of commercial pharmaceuticals.
+{{DISPLAYTITLE:Vin Mariani}}
+==Overview==
+[[File:Vin_mariani_publicite156.jpg|thumb|right|Advertisement for Vin Mariani]]
+'''Vin Mariani''' was a popular tonic wine created in the late 19th century by [[Angelo Mariani]], a French chemist. The beverage was renowned for its invigorating properties, which were attributed to its unique formulation that included [[coca leaves]] and [[Bordeaux wine]].
 ==History==
-Angelo Mariani was inspired by the traditional use of coca leaves in [[South America]] for their stimulant effects. In 1863, he created Vin Mariani, which quickly gained popularity in Europe and the United States. The beverage was advertised as a revitalizing tonic capable of enhancing energy, relieving pain, and even curing various ailments, from [[anemia]] to [[tuberculosis]]. Its success was bolstered by endorsements from high-profile figures of the time, including [[Pope Leo XIII]], who reportedly carried a flask of Vin Mariani with him.
+Vin Mariani was first introduced in 1863. Angelo Mariani, inspired by the traditional use of coca leaves by indigenous peoples in [[South America]], sought to create a product that would harness the stimulating effects of coca in a palatable form. By combining coca leaves with Bordeaux wine, Mariani developed a tonic that quickly gained popularity across [[Europe]] and [[North America]].
+==Composition==
+The primary ingredients of Vin Mariani were [[coca leaves]] and [[Bordeaux wine]]. The coca leaves contained [[cocaine]], a potent stimulant, which was extracted into the wine. This combination was believed to enhance energy, reduce fatigue, and improve mood. The exact concentration of cocaine in Vin Mariani varied, but it was generally around 6 mg per ounce.
+==Popularity==
+Vin Mariani was endorsed by numerous prominent figures of the time, including [[Thomas Edison]], [[Jules Verne]], and even [[Pope Leo XIII]], who awarded Mariani a gold medal for his creation. The tonic was marketed as a remedy for a variety of ailments, including [[fatigue]], [[depression]], and [[influenza]].
-==Composition and Effects==
+==Impact on Society==
-The key ingredient of Vin Mariani was an extract from coca leaves, which contains [[alkaloids]], including cocaine. The wine acted as both a solvent and a preservative for the cocaine extract, making the drink a potent stimulant. Users of Vin Mariani reported increased energy, heightened alertness, and a sense of euphoria, typical of cocaine's effects. However, the health implications of regular cocaine consumption were not well understood at the time.
+The success of Vin Mariani inspired the creation of similar products, such as [[Coca-Cola]], which originally contained coca leaf extract as well. The widespread use of coca-based products in the late 19th and early 20th centuries eventually led to increased scrutiny and regulation of cocaine and coca leaves.
-==Cultural Impact==
+==Decline==
-Vin Mariani is often cited as an example of the naive or unregulated approach to drug use and marketing in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It was part of a broader trend of cocaine-containing products, including the original formula of [[Coca-Cola]]. The popularity of such products reflects a period before the addictive and harmful effects of cocaine were fully recognized and before the establishment of modern drug regulations.
+With the growing awareness of the addictive properties of cocaine, regulations began to change in the early 20th century. By the 1910s, many countries had enacted laws restricting the use of cocaine, leading to a decline in the production and sale of Vin Mariani. The product eventually disappeared from the market as public health concerns over cocaine use increased.
-==Decline and Legacy==
+==Legacy==
-The eventual recognition of cocaine's dangers led to stricter regulations on drugs worldwide, contributing to the decline of Vin Mariani and similar products. In the early 20th century, countries began to control and restrict the use of cocaine, culminating in its prohibition in many jurisdictions. Despite its disappearance, Vin Mariani remains a notable example of the early intersection between commercial beverages and psychoactive substances, illustrating the evolving understanding and regulation of drugs.
+Vin Mariani remains a notable example of the early use of coca leaves in commercial products. It highlights the historical context of drug use and regulation, as well as the evolving understanding of the effects of psychoactive substances.
-==See Also==
+==Related pages==
 * [[Coca-Cola]]
 * [[Cocaine]]
-* [[History of pharmaceuticals]]
+* [[Angelo Mariani]]
+* [[Bordeaux wine]]
-[[Category:Alcoholic beverages]]
-[[Category:History of drugs]]
-[[Category:19th-century introductions]]
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+[[Category:Historical beverages]]
+[[Category:19th century]]
+[[Category:Tonics]]