Ah Russia, you silly cartoon villain.

During the most recent world war (you know the one – Germany got a silver medal), Russian minister of defence, Zhukov, became fond of Coca Cola. Being seen drinking this would be frowned upon, so he asked Coke to produce a version that more resembled vodka, so he could drink it.

Because having the war minister theowing back vodka in public was more acceptable.

So they did, and it was called White Coke.