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Gulf Insider
2 days ago
- Business
- Gulf Insider
How Coca-Cola's Secret Formula Has Changed Over Time
Coca-Cola debuted in 1886 as a pharmacy fountain drink. Its original syrup drew on coca leaves and kola nuts for stimulation and flavor. Over time, the recipe changed alongside regulations, technology, and tastes. In the following chart, Visual Capitalist's Bruno Venditti pairs a quick dataset with context on how ingredients and nutrition have evolved. Early formulas included coca leaf extract, and small amounts of cocaine remained until the early 1900s. By 1903, the drug was removed amid changing laws and public health concerns. Coca-leaf flavoring persisted in 'decocainized' form, prepared under license in the U.S. by a facility now operated by Stepan Company. These shifts preserved the brand's flavor profile while complying with evolving regulation. In the U.S., Coca-Cola transitioned from cane sugar to high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) during the 1980s, with reporting in 1984 noting the move across major soda brands. Cost and supply dynamics favored corn syrup at the time. Not every market followed: in the U.K., for instance, Coca-Cola Original lists 'sugar' rather than HFCS. This split explains why 'Mexican Coke' tastes different to some consumers. 'I have been speaking to Coca-Cola about using real cane sugar in Coke in the United States, and they have agreed to do so… It's just better!' – Donald Trump U.S. Coke has six standard ingredients: carbonated water, HFCS, caramel color, phosphoric acid, natural flavors, and caffeine. A 20 fl oz (591 mL) bottle has ~240 calories, ~65 g added sugar, and ~75 mg sodium, though labels can vary. Because the 1886 recipe is proprietary and not publicly released, a direct comparison isn't possible. Following Trump's push, Coca-Cola has announced it will launch a new product sweetened with U.S.-produced cane sugar next fall.
Scottish Sun
15-06-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
I tried supermarket Coca-Cola dupes – the 49p winner tastes identical to the real thing
The 45p version can save you serious cash FIZZ WHIZZ I tried supermarket Coca-Cola dupes – the 49p winner tastes identical to the real thing Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up COCA-COLA is one of the biggest and well-known brands on the planet. And even though many of us worry about the effect of the sugar hit on our waistlines, sales are still going strong. 8 Lynsey Hope tested Coca-Cola dupes so you don't have to Credit: Oliver Dixon In 2024, the company's global net sales increased by 3% to £37.9billion. Supermarkets have struggled to recreate the iconic taste but cola 'dupes' are getting better every day. The question is - are any of them good enough to satisfy your cola craving? Lynsey Hope finds out: Sainsbury's Cola (2 litres) 80p 8 Sainsbury's version drinkable but no match for Coca-Cola Credit: Oliver Dixon This looked darker in colour than most colas and wasn't strong or fizzy enough. There was no satisfying "psst" as you opened the bottle and no bubbles as you poured. It needed more cola punch and went flat quite quickly after pouring into the glass, though the sweetness was about right. Drinkable, but no match for Coca-Cola. Taste: 3/5 Value: 3/5 Total: 6/10 TikTok's viral protein Diet Coke trend explained Why doctors warn against mixing protein into your cola Morrisons Cola (2 litres) 80p 8 Morrisons wasn't as good as the original either but it was easy to drink Credit: Oliver Dixon Morrisons' version was unoffensive and easy to drink. It was pleasant enough, sweet without being sickly and boasted a nice cola taste. It had a good fizz when you unscrewed the cap and was bubbly to drink. It's not as good as the original, but with ice and a slice it was passable and a good, family size bottle. My kids tried a bit - and enjoyed it. Taste: 4/5 Value: 3/5 Total: 7/10 Lidl Freeway Cola (2 litres) 49p 8 Lynsey crowned Lidl the winner Credit: Oliver Dixon If you need to save cash on cola, this dark caramel-coloured pop compares very well to the real deal. It is very sugary and sticks in the mouth a bit, but the sweetness level and aroma are almost identical to the market leader. It's very wallet-friendly, costing just 49p for two litres. Side by side in a glass, it's quite tricky to tell the difference between this and the original but the great price means you can enjoy more of it. Taste: 4/5 Value: 5/5 Total: 9/10 Coca-Cola Original (1.25 litres) 80p 8 Coca-Cola packs a mighty sugar hit Credit: Oliver Dixon There is no mistaking the caramel taste and punchy cola flavour of the original. But it is very expensive - costing 80p for a bottle containing 750ml less than most of the own brands. It also packs a mighty sugar hit, with 10.6g per 100ml which is not good news for your teeth or your waistline. Taste: 5/5 Value: 3/5 Total: 8/10 Tesco Classic Cola (2 litres) 80p 8 Tesco's version of the fizzy drink was overly sweet Credit: Oliver Dixon The Tesco cola was loaded with artificial sweeteners including acefulfame k and sucralose which gave it an overly sweet and sickly taste. It was treacle-like in colour and tasted unpleasant. It was less sugary than some as a result with just 4.4g of sugar per 100ml, so it might be an option if you're cutting sugar intake. But I felt it left my mouth dry and wasn't at all refreshing. Leave this one on the shelf. Taste: 2/5 Value: 2/5 Total: 4/10 Aldi Vive Cola (2 litres) 49p 8 Cola lovers can save £16 a year at Aldi - if they drink a bottle of branded Coca-Cola a week Credit: Oliver Dixon If you get through a bottle of branded cola a week, switching to Aldi Vive could save you over £16 in a year - and you get more in the bottle for your money. I thought it was the best budget option cola. It had the right strength of cola flavour with a punchy taste and the right amount of sweetness and fizz. It will save you a packet compared to the big brands. Taste: 3/5 Value: 5/5 Total: 8/10 Asda Classic Cola (2 litres) 70p 8 Asda is better value than supermarkets including Tesco and Sainsbury's Credit: Oliver Dixon This is a great all-rounder with no artificial sweeteners, and could save you a lot if you guzzle through litres of the big brand. Not only is it better value than many big supermarkets including Tesco and Sainsbury's, but it has a lovely smooth taste and is easier on the palate than other budget options. It's a very dark caramel colour and had plenty of gas to keep it carbonated in the glass. Taste: 4/5 Value: 3/5 Total: 7/10 How to save money on your supermarket shop THERE are plenty of ways to save on your grocery shop. You can look out for yellow or red stickers on products, which show when they've been reduced. If the food is fresh, you'll have to eat it quickly or freeze it for another time. Making a list should also save you money, as you'll be less likely to make any rash purchases when you get to the supermarket. Going own brand can be one easy way to save hundreds of pounds a year on your food bills too. This means ditching "finest" or "luxury" products and instead going for "own" or value" type of lines. Plenty of supermarkets run wonky veg and fruit schemes where you can get cheap prices if they're misshapen or imperfect. For example, Lidl runs its Waste Not scheme, offering boxes of 5kg of fruit and vegetables for just £1.50. If you're on a low income and a parent, you may be able to get up to £442 a year in Healthy Start vouchers to use at the supermarket too. Plus, many councils offer supermarket vouchers as part of the Household Support Fund.
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Over 10,000 Coca-Cola Cans Recalled Due to Possible Plastic Contamination
Coca-Cola has initiated a recall of over 10,000 cans of its Original Coca-Cola product due to potential plastic contamination. Here's what you need to know about this product recall, including what to do if you have purchased an affected can. The recall was initiated by Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling, LLC, on March 6th, and the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) officially classified it as a 'Class II' recall on March 24th. In total, 864 cases of 12-packs—amounting to 10,368 cans—have been affected. This recall specifically applies to 12-ounce Coca-Cola Original cans produced at Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling's Milwaukee, Wisconsin facility. The impacted products were distributed exclusively in Illinois and Wisconsin. According to the FDA, a Class II recall is issued when exposure to the affected product may result in temporary or medically reversible health effects, with the likelihood of serious adverse health consequences considered low. If you suspect you have purchased an affected Coca-Cola product, check the packaging for the following details: Can UPC: 0 49000-00634 6 Pack UPC: 0 49000-02890 4 Date Code: SEP2925MDA Time Stamp: 1100-1253 Labeling: 'Canned Under Authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA 30313' At this time, no other Coca-Cola cans or products have been included in the recall. Since the recall was initiated in early March, most affected products have likely been removed from store shelves. However, if you have a recalled Coca-Cola can, do not consume it. Instead, dispose of it safely or return it to the original place of purchase for a full refund or replacement. Prior to the March 2025 Coca-Cola recall, the company had already faced multiple recalls over the years. Here are some of the most recent ones: In 2024, Coca-Cola issued a recall for certain diet and regular Coca-Cola cans after reports of a foul taste and odor. The issue was traced to a problem with the can lining materials, leading to concerns over product quality. A year earlier, in 2023, select Dasani water and Coca-Cola bottled drinks were recalled after potential contamination with a cleaning solution used in production. Consumers were advised to dispose of the affected products. One of the most significant recalls occurred in 2021, when Coca-Cola pulled 12-ounce cans of Coca-Cola and Sprite from the market due to potential metal contamination. This same year, the company also recalled over 7,000 cases of Minute Maid products—including Lemonade, Fruit Punch, and Strawberry Lemonade—for a similar metal contamination issue. These products were distributed across several U.S. states, prompting a widespread recall effort. Despite these product recalls, Coca-Cola has consistently taken swift action to address safety concerns, ensuring that contaminated or compromised products are removed from circulation to protect consumers. Read the original article on GEEKSPIN. Affiliate links on GEEKSPIN may earn us and our partners a commission.
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
More than 10k cans of Coca-Cola voluntarily recalled over possible plastic contamination
More than 10,000 cans of Original Coca-Cola have been voluntarily recalled due to possible plastic contamination. The recall was initiated by Coca-Cola manufacturer Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling on March 6 and was officially designated a Class II recall by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on March 24, according to an FDA report. According to the FDA, the Class II designation indicates that use of a recalled product could cause temporary or reversible health effects or that the probability of "serious adverse health consequences" is "remote." In total, 864 12-count packs of Coco-Cola Original Taste cans are affected. The recall only affects specific 12-ounce Coca-Cola Original cans produced by Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling, LLC in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Only certain batches distributed in Illinois and Wisconsin are included. Recall on Diet Coke, Fanta Orange and Sprite due to possible contamination To check if your Coca-Cola is part of the recall, look for the following details on the can or packaging: Can UPC: 0 49000-00634 6 Pack UPC: 0 49000-02890 4 Date code: Sept. 29, 2025 (SEP2925MDA) Time stamp: 1100-1253 Labeling: "Canned Under Authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA 30313." Reached for comment Tuesday, Coca-Cola referred ABC News to Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling. In a statement, a spokesperson for the bottling company confirmed the voluntary recall. "The cases are being withdrawn because they did not meet our high-quality standards," the spokesperson said. "We are taking this voluntary action because nothing is more important to us than providing high-quality products to the people who drink our beverages." More than 10k cans of Coca-Cola voluntarily recalled over possible plastic contamination originally appeared on
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
FDA Announces Recall of More Than 10,000 Cans of Coca-Cola for Potential Plastic Contamination
Over 10,000 cans of Original Coca-Cola have been recalled due to the potential presence of a foreign material, specifically plastic. The recall was initiated by a Coca-Cola manufacturer on March 6 and the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) classified the recall on March 24. 864 12-packs of Coca-Cola cans have been recalled in total. The FDA declared it a 'Class II' recall, meaning the product has the potential to cause "temporary" or "reversible" health consequences. The recall impacts specific cans of Coca-Cola that were manufactured by Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling, LLC out of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Only a certain batch of 12-ounce Coca-Cola Original cans that were distributed in Illinois and Wisconsin are impacted by this recall. To determine whether you have the recalled Coke, you'll want to look for the following information on the can or box: Can UPC: 0 49000-00634 6 Pack UPC: UPC 0 49000-02890 4 Date Code: SEP2925MDA Time Stamp: 1100-1253 'Canned Under Authority of the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, GA 30313' No other Coca-Cola cans or products have been recalled at this time. Because the recall was initiated in early March, it's likely that all the recalled products have been pulled from retailer shelves. However, if you have the recalled Coca-Cola product, do not consume it. Instead, throw it away or return it to the original place of purchase for a full refund or replacement. Read the original article on ALLRECIPES
