As sales slowed in the winter months, Dr Pepper introduced the idea of serving the soda hot as a winter drink. Once warmed and poured into a mug, it tastes like hot cider; hence the marketing slogan “Hot or Cold.” Although short-lived, this 18-inch round thermometer dates back to this slogan era of the 1960s and is ready for your collection. The glass lens is convex and is free of any cracks or chips. The metal thermometer face has a few minor scratches in various places, along with some paint loss along the bottom edge. The aluminum band is bent 8 degrees, and each rear mounting tab is bent, resulting in paint loss on the tabs. The temperature hand has a slight bend, which allows it to read an approximate temperature. 21408-RQT