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Coke's Sweet Switch: U.S. Gets Cane Sugar in Classic Drink

Coke's classic drink gets a healthier makeover in the U.S. Cane sugar replaces corn syrup, but details on the rollout are still unclear.

There are three coca cola bottles printed on a cloth.
There are three coca cola bottles printed on a cloth.

Coke's Sweet Switch: U.S. Gets Cane Sugar in Classic Drink

Coca-Cola is making changes to its classic drink in the U.S. The company is gradually replacing corn syrup with cane sugar. This shift is happening in select cities, but details on specific locations remain unclear.

Cane sugar Cokes are common internationally, including in Mexico. However, corn syrup has been predominantly used in the U.S. due to cost. Now, Coca-Cola is moving towards cane sugar for its classic drink in America.

The company's sugar-free drinks, like Coke Zero and Smartwater, have been successful. This could indicate a growing consumer preference for healthier options. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has previously criticized the use of high-fructose corn syrup in Coca-Cola.

Coca-Cola's switch to cane sugar in the U.S. is underway, but more information on the rollout is awaited. The company's focus on health trends and consumer preferences is evident in this change.

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