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Warren Buffett Hasn't Had Water In 48 Years, Here's What He Drinks Instead

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Anushree Jonko
Warren Buffett Hasn't Had Water In 48 Years, Here's What He Drinks Instead
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Billionaire investor Warren Buffett reportedly avoids drinking water, preferring Cherry Coke instead, a habit he has maintained for nearly 50 years. The anecdote was shared by hedge fund manager Bill Ackman during a podcast interview.

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While trivial, the story highlights the eccentric personal habits of one of the world's most famous investors, often discussed in financial pop culture.

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Legendary investor Warren Buffett has said that he has not had a glass of water since the 1970s. Apparently, his optimal hydration levels are achieved through his favourite drink 'Cherry Coke'.Billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman shared these details this week in a podcast called Equity Mates Investing, recalling a dinner where Buffett politely declined both still and sparkling water, claiming he had not touched the beverage in nearly five decades.Ackman said that they were sitting at the table one time when he asked whether he would like still or sparkling water. But Buffett declined his offer and said he prefers soda."But I said, you know, 'Don't you drink water?'" Ackman recollected.

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