A local company fizzes its way to become a part of an American icon's history.

The Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Bryan is celebrating 100 years of bottling one of the world's most popular brands of drink.

In 1907, George, Louis, and Charles Stephan established the Coca-Cola bottling company.

During the 60's the Sale family took over the company's management.

The milestone was observed by Bryan and College Station city leaders and members of the Stephan and Sale families with a VIP luncheon at the Hilton.

The company's Sales Center Manager Pat Patrick says employee understand just how significant their achievement is.

"It's an achievement that few businesses get to go through and it shows the commitment to our community to stay strong," Patrick said.

Patrick also says the company could not have remained in business without the loyalty of Brazos Valley residents.