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Coca Cola Mexican Soda
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Coca Cola Mexican Soda

Coca-Cola
12 foz
Available at Foodtown
150
Calories
0g
Protein
39g
Sugars
85mg
Sodium
12
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Coca-Cola Mexican Soda (12 fl oz) is a familiar, fizzy soft drink you’ll find stocked in the refrigerated beverage aisle and in cooler towers by the front of grocery stores, often displayed beside other colas, flavored sodas, and mixers. Packaged in the classic contoured bottle for a nostalgic look or in cans, it’s presented as a convenient grab-and-go refreshment for shoppers picking up lunch, party supplies, or picnic staples. It fits many occasions — from backyard barbecues and game-day spreads to road trips and casual restaurant meals — and is commonly paired with burgers, pizza, or spicy Mexican dishes. Brand positioning leans on heritage and shared moments: Coca-Cola projects Americana, nostalgia, and universal appeal across ages, with marketing that highlights happiness, tradition, and social connection rather than health claims. The label lists cane sugar and “natural flavors,” which can create a mild naturalness halo compared with high-fructose alternatives, but there are no organic certifications or explicit health or kid-targeted nutrition claims. In plain processing terms, this is an industrially produced, sweetened carbonated beverage made with added colorants, acids, and flavorings. Sensory details: bright carbonation and lively effervescence deliver a crisp, tingly mouthfeel and a sweet, caramel-tinged cola flavor with a slightly acidic bite; best enjoyed ice-cold. Rituals around the product include cracking a cold bottle, pouring over ice in a glass, and sharing during casual social moments. Its packaging and long-standing advertising reinforce easy enjoyment and a sense of comfort and familiarity in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 1
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium85mg4%
Total Carbohydrate39g14%
Total Sugars39g
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

INGREDIENTS:, CARBONATED, WATER,, CANE, SUGAR,, 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?

This sweetened carbonated beverage contains added sugars, caramel color, phosphoric acid, natural flavors, and caffeine, indicating extensive industrial processing and formulation typical of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Coca Cola Mexican Soda

Well, 'healthy' can mean different things depending on what you're looking for! This soda packs in 150 calories and a hefty 39 grams of sugar per serving, so it's definitely not a health food. But if you're craving something bubbly and sweet every now and then, it's all about balance, right?

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
road-trip

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