Diet Coke is a sugar-free soft drink manufactured and distributed by The Coca-Cola Company. It was first introduced in 1982 and has since become one of the world's most popular low-calorie drinks.
Diet Coke was first introduced in the United States in 1982, following the success of Tab, Coca-Cola's first diet cola.
In 1983, Diet Coke became the United States' third most popular soda, behind only Coca-Cola and Pepsi.
Diet Coke was launched in the UK in 1983 and quickly became popular there as well.
Over the years, Diet Coke has undergone several brand refreshes and marketing campaigns, including the highly successful 'Diet Coke Break' campaign in the 1990s.
Pepsi Max is a sugar-free, low-calorie cola that is marketed as a more bold and intense alternative to regular Pepsi.
Coca-Cola Zero Sugar is a sugar-free, low-calorie cola that is marketed as having the same taste as regular Coca-Cola.
Sprite Zero is a sugar-free, low-calorie version of Sprite, a lemon-lime flavored soft drink.
The original Diet Coke formula, which has a crisp and refreshing taste with zero sugar and zero calories.
Diet Coke with a cherry flavoring.
Diet Coke with a lime flavoring.
Diet Coke contains artificial sweeteners, which have been the subject of mixed research regarding their safety. However, it is generally considered safe to consume in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Diet Coke has zero calories and zero sugar, so it is generally not thought to cause weight gain. However, some studies have suggested that consuming artificially sweetened drinks may increase appetite and lead to overeating.
The ingredients in Diet Coke include carbonated water, caramel color, phosphoric acid, natural flavors, caffeine, aspartame, potassium benzoate (to protect taste), and acesulfame potassium.
Yes, Diet Coke is gluten-free.
While both Diet Coke and Coca-Cola Zero are sugar-free, low-calorie colas, they have slightly different formulations and taste profiles. Coca-Cola Zero is marketed as having a taste that is closer to regular Coca-Cola, while Diet Coke has a unique taste all its own.