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Coke Zero Is Dead. Long Live 'Coca-Cola No Sugar'
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mightynine
Member
I find the aftertaste to be far less pronounced as well with Coke Zero Sugar. Almost fountain like consistency.
I like it. It certainly tastes different than the UK version I had earlier this year. I wonder if the ingredients are slightly different there?
I like it. It certainly tastes different than the UK version I had earlier this year. I wonder if the ingredients are slightly different there?
I've been drinking Coke Zero for so long that it is "Coke" to me - if I drink regular Coke it tastes very syrupy.
I had my first chance to try Zero Sugar last weekend but I was driving and couldn't give it my full attention. I might have noticed an unexpected aftertaste but I really need to try it again for a quality review.
I had my first chance to try Zero Sugar last weekend but I was driving and couldn't give it my full attention. I might have noticed an unexpected aftertaste but I really need to try it again for a quality review.
Stallion Dan
Member
Should call it Coke: Laxative.
Is what they used for these no suger drinks.
Is what they used for these no suger drinks.
Davey Cakes
Member
The thing about this "artificial taste" aspect of diet drinks is that it's something you get used to.
Taste buds make a shift, basically.
I don't drink regular soda anymore (except in mixed drinks). Usually when I do it seems too sugary, where the diet version has more of a balance. Some are obviously better than others.
As someone who drank regular soda for many years before doing a switch to diet, I can understand both sides. The flavor that you're comfortable with is the one you stick to, generally.
But it's not something I want to get used to.
I only drink pop occasionally. I don't guzzle it, I'm not diabetic. I have no reason to drink the sugar-free version.
TheCochese
Banned
They said they have no plans to make that. Same with cherry and vanilla.
Bastards.
If I can save 240 calories in a day, and be a pretty damn close flavor profile, I don't see why I would choose the regular version. I drink maybe two a week, that's like five miles worth of walking.
Freestyle machines can make all sorts of combinations that they won't bring to market otherwise. That is what they are referring to. No plans for cans or bottles.
Some coke machines have options for Vanilla and Cherry
I've got a high metabolism, which is a mixed blessing, and I ride my bike every day. I can take in a few extra calories no problem, so again the artificial flavour's not worth it for me.
Davey Cakes
Member
Well yeah, no one's trying to convert you. I'm just talking from experience and what I've heard from other diet drinkers.
You drink what you enjoy. The reason I switched to diet if anything is because diet drinks got better over time and I eventually liked them enough to switch over. Heck, Coke Zero tasting more like the real thing than Diet Coke played a part.
I'm not sugar-avoidant, believe me. I'm skinny (underweight even) and have a fast metabolism but I prefer to get my sugar from other sources. You may see me drinking a Coke Zero but you won't see me eating Arctic Zero ice cream. I'll stick with my Ben & Jerry's because I absolutely prefer it.
I got hooked on Coke Zero a few years back and have been wanting to cut down recently. Well last week after grabbing some I came home and realized it was lasting longer then normal. At first I thought I'd been better about watching my intake, but it turns out I'd bought the Zero Sugar version and I was naturally not drinking as many. It's not bad, and I'm going to finish what I bought, but I think it's funny that, as someone who wanted to cut down on soda, my biggest ally was the company selling the product.
So are Caffeine-free, cherry, and vanilla discontinued or will the Coke Zero versions remain? If they're gone entirely, that's some real BS right there. I only discovered Caffeine-free Coke Zero recently, though, so it won't be too hard to give up soda altogether if I have to.
TheCochese
Banned
They are sticking with the old formulation. Makes no sense, though.
Davey Cakes
Member
I bought a bottle of Coke Zero at the supermarket today.
They must be using up the last of the supply before putting Zero Sugar on the shelves.
Glass Shark
Banned
I've been drinking diet soda so much for so long that my taste buds may be fried, but the new formula tastes more like regular Coke to me.
Baron Aloha
A Shining Example
I tried this. It literally tastes like nothing. The closest thing would be flat coke but there is barely any flavor.
JetBlackPanda
Member
Not even close.
This taste NOTHING like Diet Coke. If anything it taste like Coke Zero with no aftertaste.
I drink a ton of Coke Zero btw.
I fucking love this new formula and would even choose it over full sugar Coke, that shit is like oil in my mouth now.
lifeexpectancy
Member
IIRC some studies showed artificial sweeteners lead to greater insulin resistance as wellas more frequent 'snack' cravings. Cant recall the source though...
Ideally IMO all sodas would use real sugar. It is less detrimental than HFCS and has a better flavor profile. Moderation and not being aglutton makes soda intake perfectly fine for healthy, active adults.
sparky2112
Member
I had the exact opposite reaction. Zero Sugar tastes 'blunted' to me. No sweet finish - it's just sort of...there.
TheCochese
Banned
Yup. Anyone who claims it tastes like Diet Coke needs their taste buds recalibrated.
Antiwhippy
the holder of the trombone
I like it but the serious lack of aftertaste is seriously disconcerting.
Baron_Calamity
Member
To me, the new version tastes more acidic. Its almost attacking me.
Azzurri
Member
Yea, it taste nothing like regular diet coke. To me it has a tamer taste than Coke zero which I like.
This is how I felt.
Queen Vulpix
Member
Finally got a bottle of this today and as someone who always disliked the taste of coke zero I really enjoyed the taste of this version. Diet Pepsi is still my favorite but this is certainly the best Coca Cola diet product I've had as I don't care for regular diet Coke either.
Same, I haven't had a sip of regular soda in over 5 years and now diet Pepsi doesn't taste like diet in the least for me, same with this new Coke version.
Same, I haven't had a sip of regular soda in over 5 years and now diet Pepsi doesn't taste like diet in the least for me, same with this new Coke version.
LegalEagleMike
Member
tried it last night. Tasted like flat coke.
Lavalamp1138
Member
I'm in love with the Zero Sugar.
THIS EXISTS!? WHERE!?
Can't get enough of this atm
Can't get enough of this atm
God damn. I need these in my life. Neither this nor lemon variant exists in Hungary.
We just got Cherry Coke Zero.
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