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Coca Cola Classic
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Coca Cola Classic

Coca-Cola
20 foz
Available at Foodtown
240
Calories
0g
Protein
65g
Sugars
75mg
Sodium
13
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Coca‑Cola Classic 20 fl oz is the archetypal American cola: a single‑serve PET bottle of fizzy, caramel‑colored refreshment that lives in refrigerated coolers and on beverage aisle shelves next to other sodas, mixers and bottled waters. You’ll spot it near grab‑and‑go sandwiches and impulse items at the front of the store or stacked with multipacks in the soft drink bay. It fits a wide range of occasions — from backyard barbecues and game‑day spreads to road trips and movie nights — and is often bought when shoppers want an immediate, familiar treat. The brand positions itself as timeless and sociable, leaning on nostalgia, moments of sharing and upbeat advertising that targets broad demographics (teens, young adults and families) rather than health‑conscious niches. The label doesn’t carry organic certification or wellness claims; it lists “natural flavors” but also industrial ingredients like high fructose corn syrup and caramel color, so any health halo comes from marketing and tradition, not nutritional substance. Sensory notes: bright carbonated fizz, a slick, syrupy sweetness and a crisp, cola bite from phosphoric acid and caffeine; typically poured ice‑cold into glass or enjoyed straight from the bottle as a quick pick‑me‑up ritual. Packaging is a lightweight, recyclable PET bottle with the iconic red label and white script, designed for portability and impulse purchase. Processing context: this is a highly processed, formulated soft drink made from refined sweeteners, colorants and flavoring agents. Nutrition highlights: about 240 kcal and 65 g sugars per 20 fl oz serving, making it an energy‑dense, sweet beverage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 1
Calories240
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium75mg3%
Total Carbohydrate65g24%
Total Sugars65g
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 a formulated, ready‑to‑drink product, consistent with NOVA group 4 ultraprocessed foods.

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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

Vibe:

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