Diet Coke is making a comeback in US after four years and internet can't keep calm
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Coca-Cola has appeared eager to sideline Diet Coke in favor of Coke Zero Sugar, but loyal customers haven't let that happen. While some consumers do prefer Coke Zero, it remains a third-tier brand in the U.S., trailing behind both Coke and Diet Coke. Unlike when Diet Coke replaced TaB—arguably because it tasted better, a point still debated by TaB loyalists—Coke Zero functions more as a niche product. It supports Coca-Cola's broader lineup but doesn't threaten Diet Coke's established place in the cola landscape.Instagram foodie Snackolator broke the news in a post, writing, 'Diet Cherry Coke is returning for a limited time with retro packaging!', reports The Delish. Coca-Cola has decided to bring back the original Diet Coke spinoff flavor.'It's been years since the OG Diet Cherry Coke has been out, so I'm really looking forward to getting it again,' the caption read."I am way too excited for this one — Diet Cherry Coke is returning for a limited time with retro packaging!It's been years since the OG Diet Cherry Coke has been out so I'm really looking forward to getting it again," shared the popular Snackolator Instagram page. "This does not appear to be an exclusive release, but I'll update as it arrives on store shelves."Where can I find this?! It's an emergency! 😂" one fan exclaimed. Another chimed in, "As if Diet Coke couldn't get any better 😍😍😍😍😍."Well, it looks like the soda gods at Coca-Cola have finally heard the cries of loyal fans. We've literally been begging for this flavor to make a comeback. (Even as someone who's not a big cherry fan, I've been counting down the days to get my hands on this beauty!) Now let's just hope it sticks around for good instead of being a limited-time tease.And hey, Coca-Cola—since you're clearly reading the comments... any chance we can get Diet Coke with Lime back too? The people have spoken.As one fan put it, 'Now we need a return of Diet Coke with lime, please.'While the health benefits of Diet Coke are still debated, many consider it a better option than regular Coke or other full-sugar sodas. Recently, some sodas have started incorporating probiotics, prebiotics, and other ingredients marketed as health-boosting.During Coca-Cola's first-quarter earnings call, CEO James Quincey was asked about the growing trend of 'wellness' and 'functional' sodas.
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