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Diet Pepsi, Wild Cherry, 12 Pack 12 Ounce Cans
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Diet Pepsi, Wild Cherry, 12 Pack 12 Ounce Cans

Pepsi
144 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
35mg
Sodium
26
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Diet Pepsi Wild Cherry in a 12-pack of 12-ounce cans reads like a ubiquitous fixture in American grocery aisles: you’ll find it in the cold case and on the beverage shelf with other colas, diet sodas, flavored sparkling waters and mixers, often stacked near party supplies and chips for easy impulse buys. The cardboard tray and slim aluminum cans signal convenience and portability — grab-and-go for road trips, tailgates, movie nights or lunch packs. The Pepsi brand positions this product as a youthful, mainstream choice that blends nostalgia for classic cola with a modern diet angle: zero calories and cherry flavor without sugar, marketed toward calorie-conscious soda drinkers, teens and young adults who want flavor and fizz without the calories. The label leans on health-halo cues like “0 calories” and “natural flavor” while also listing artificial sweeteners and preservatives in small type; there’s no organic certification or “all-natural” purity claim. In plain processing terms, it’s a highly processed soft drink made from carbonated water, flavorings, color, acids and noncaloric sweeteners. Sensory notes: bright, effervescent carbonation, a sharp cola backbone softened by an artificial cherry top note, and a clean, lingering sweetness from aspartame/acesulfame potassium; acidity from phosphoric and citric acids gives a crisp bite. Rituals around consumption are familiar — chilled from a cooler at picnics, cracked open at game day, or sipped with takeout — reinforcing its role as a social, convenient refreshment rather than a meal component.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 12.0
Servings per Container: 12
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium35mg2%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
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,, Caramel, Color,, Phosphoric, Acid,, Natural, Flavor,, Aspartame,, Potassium, Benzoate, (Preserves, Freshness),, Potassium, Citrate,, Citric, Acid,, Caffeine,, Acesulfame, Potassium,, Calcium, Disodium, EDTA, (to, Protect, Flavor)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Calcium Disodium EDTA - Processed emulsifier
  • Potassium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
  • Caramel Color - Artificial coloring
No EmulsifierNo PreservativeNo Additive

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (artificial sweeteners, preservatives, caramel color, flavorings) and is a formulation of refined components rather than whole foods, placing it in the ultraprocessed category.

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Common Questions about Diet Pepsi, Wild Cherry, 12 Pack 12 Ounce Cans

Defining 'healthy' can be a bit tricky! Diet Pepsi, Wild Cherry has zero calories and no added sugars, which is great if you're watching your calorie intake. However, it does contain artificial sweeteners like aspartame and acesulfame potassium, which some folks prefer to avoid. So, if you’re looking for a guilt-free refreshment, it can fit into a balanced diet, but moderation is key!

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
road-trip

Vibe:

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