Doubtful Foods & Drinks

Drinking coke and pepsi

Q: My question is about consuming coke and pepsi as both of them are not certified by any certifying body like MJC, sanha as they also don't reveal their recipe of the drink which they claim a trade secret. They are right, they have to protect their business. But as Muslims where we remain cautious of consuming halaal food only, is it permissible to drink coke and pepsi?

Soft drinks

Q: I have heard that soft drinks contain some amount of alcohol. I contacted one of the companies, they replied it is halaal. So please could you tell me if it is still permissible to consume soft drinks?