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Coca Cola Classic
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Coca Cola Classic

Coca-Cola
101.40 foz
Available at Foodtown
200
Calories
0g
Protein
55g
Sugars
65mg
Sodium
13
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Coca-Cola Classic is a ubiquitous American soft drink presented here in a large 101.40 fl oz resealable bottle, the kind you’d find in the grocery beverage aisle. Store placement: you’ll see it on shelves with other carbonated soft drinks, multipacks and mixers, sometimes featured on endcaps for party or barbecue promotions, and often in refrigerated coolers near deli and grab-and-go items. Occasions: it’s a go-to for tailgates, family barbecues, road trips and movie nights — any shopping trip that includes entertaining or quick convenience. Brand positioning: Coca-Cola leans on long-standing cultural nostalgia, broad mainstream appeal and universal recognition; its marketing targets a wide demographic from teens to older adults with messaging about togetherness, refreshment and tradition rather than health. Label characteristics: the label is bright red and iconic, focused on brand and flavor rather than nutrition; there are no organic certifications or wellness claims, though small print lists “natural flavors,” which can convey an informal “natural” cue without a health halo. Processing context: this product is made from industrially processed ingredients like high-fructose corn syrup, caramel color and phosphoric acid, i.e., a highly processed soft drink. Sensory details and ritual: pour an ice-cold Coke into a glass and you get sharp effervescence, a slick, syrupy mouthfeel, pronounced sweetness, caramel and citrus-vanilla notes and a caffeinated lift; the ritual of popping the cap, the fizz and shared bottles at gatherings are central to its appeal. Packaging is designed for sharing and convenience—resealable, portable and instantly recognizable on shelf.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 1
Calories200
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium65mg3%
Total Carbohydrate55g20%
Total Sugars55g
Added Sugars55g110%
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

CARBONATED, WATER,, HIGH, FRUCTOSE, CORN, SYRUP,, CARAMEL, COLOR,, PHOSPHORIC, ACID,, NATURAL, FLAVORS,, CAFFEINE..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Caramel Color - Artificial coloring
No Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial ingredients (high fructose corn syrup, caramel color, phosphoric acid, natural flavors) and is manufactured through extensive processing, classifying it as ultra-processed.

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Common Questions about Coca Cola Classic

Well, that depends on how you define 'healthy.' Coca-Cola Classic is high in sugar, clocking in at 65 grams per 12-ounce serving, which is quite a bit more than the American Heart Association's recommended daily limit for added sugars. So, if you're looking for a health boost, this bubbly treat might not be your best bet. But hey, enjoying it occasionally can fit into a balanced diet!

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
road-trip

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