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Pepsi Cola Caffeine Free, 12 Pack 12 Ounce Cans
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Pepsi Cola Caffeine Free, 12 Pack 12 Ounce Cans

Pepsi
144 foz
Available at Foodtown
150
Calories
0g
Protein
41g
Sugars
30mg
Sodium
15
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Pepsi Cola Caffeine Free in a 12-pack of 12-ounce cans is a familiar sight on supermarket shelves: stacked in the soft drinks aisle alongside other cola variants, diet and regular sodas, mixers and flavored seltzers, and often featured on endcaps for promotions or party displays. The cardboard multipack and shiny aluminum cans signal convenience and grab-and-go entertaining. This product fits social occasions like backyard barbecues, game-day gatherings, movie nights, and long car trips where chilled, fizzy refreshment is desired. Brand positioning leans into mainstream, youth-oriented Americana — Pepsi markets itself as bold, fun, and broadly appealing, often aiming at families, teens and young adults seeking a sweet, sociable beverage without the buzz of caffeine. The label highlights a caffeine-free claim and includes familiar phrases like “Please recycle,” but carries no organic certification or meaningful “natural” wellness claims beyond a generic “natural flavor” listing. Nutritionally, each can delivers 150 calories and 41 g of sugars, with negligible sodium and no saturated fat. In plain processing terms, it’s a manufactured soda made from carbonated water, sweeteners, acidulants, color and flavorings rather than whole food ingredients. Sensory experience is immediate: bright carbonation, slick mouthfeel, a sweet cola profile with caramel color, finished by a tangy phosphoric note; the ritual of cracking a cold can, hearing the pop, and pouring over ice is part of its appeal. Usage is communal and habitual—served at gatherings, refueling on road trips, or as an indulgent everyday treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 can
Servings per Container: 12
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium30mg1%
Total Carbohydrate41g15%
Total Sugars41g
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,, Sugar,, Phosphoric, Acid,, Citric, Acid,, Natural, Flavor..

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 and additives (high fructose corn syrup, caramel color, phosphoric and citric acids, natural flavors) and is a manufactured carbonated beverage, meeting criteria for ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Pepsi Cola Caffeine Free, 12 Pack 12 Ounce Cans

Well, that depends on what you mean by healthy! If you're looking for a refreshing drink to enjoy on a hot day, it fits the bill. However, it's worth noting that it contains high fructose corn syrup and a good amount of sugar, so moderation is key, especially if you're watching your sugar intake.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
road-trip

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