Red Bull's New Cola: A Kick from Cocaine? - TIME
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German authorities have flagged the level of the illegal cocaine alkaloid in the all-natural drink. But does that mean it's dangerous? The Bolivians chuckle
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Jolt Cola: The Story of the Original Energy Drink, by Jamie Logie
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Red bull drink in can hi-res stock photography and images - Alamy
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Warning of extra heart dangers from mixing cocaine and alcohol, Drugs
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RedBull reps stopped by today to spread the love : r/KitchenConfidential
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How long would this last you? : r/redbull
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What Are the Dangers of Mixing Suboxone & Cocaine?
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This is what Red Bull does to your body after just one can – and the effects last up to 12 days - Mirror Online
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Punishment for cocaine use while playing sport does not fit the crime, Drugs in sport
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Can of coke marketing hi-res stock photography and images - Alamy