
Diet Coke Soda Soft Drink 12 ea
What You Should Know
Diet Coke 12-pack is a familiar sight in the soda aisle or chilled beverage cooler, shelved alongside other cola variants, diet sodas and sparkling mixers. Packaged as a 12-can set (total 144 fl oz), it sits near multipacks, party supplies and cocktail mixers at grocery endcaps. This zero-calorie cola is marketed as a crisp, fizzy alternative for calorie-conscious shoppers — a daytime refresher, a party staple, or a go-to mixer for casual entertaining. Its brand voice leans on reliability and familiarity: an urbane, slightly nostalgic icon positioned for adults who want soda taste without sugar, historically aimed at diet-conscious consumers and those seeking lifestyle-friendly choices. The label emphasizes “diet” and calorie-free benefits, which can create a health-halo effect despite the lack of organic or “natural” certification; there are no kid-targeted cartoons or claims of naturalness, and no organic or non-GMO seals. Sensory cues highlight bright carbonation, a light bite of acidity from phosphoric and citric acids, a dark caramel-hued appearance, and a clean, lingering artificial-sweetener finish from aspartame; typical rituals include popping open a chilled can, pouring over ice, or pairing with sandwiches, barbecues or mixed drinks. In processing context: Diet Coke is an industrially formulated beverage made from purified carbonated water and a blend of colorants, acidulants, preservatives, artificial sweeteners and flavorings — a highly processed manufactured product rather than a whole food. Its packaging and convenience make it a ubiquitous choice in American grocery culture for quick refreshment and social moments.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
CARBONATED, WATER,, CARAMEL, COLOR,, ASPARTAME,, PHOSPHORIC, ACID,, POTASSIUM, BENZOATE, (TO, PROTECT, TASTE),, NATURAL, FLAVORS,, CITRIC, ACID,, CAFFEINE..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Potassium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
- •Caramel Color - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains industrially formulated ingredients and additives (aspartame, caramel color, preservatives, acidulants, and 'natural flavors') and is manufactured rather than minimally processed, consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultraprocessed).
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Common Questions about Diet Coke Soda Soft Drink 12 ea
Well, 'healthy' can mean different things to different people! Diet Coke is calorie-free and low in sugar, which can make it a go-to for those watching their weight or sugar intake. However, it doesn’t provide the nutrients you'd find in whole foods, so consider it more of a treat than a health food.
