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Diet Cherry Coke Reportedly Returning Permanently to U.S. Shelves in Early 2026

The revival is being reported by Snackolator citing a Coca‑Cola representative after recent retro runs, as media await formal confirmation from the company.

Overview

  • Snackolator says a Coca‑Cola representative classified the flavor as a “sustain” item, indicating an intended permanent return rather than a limited drop.
  • Reports point to 20‑ounce bottles and 12‑packs of 12‑ounce cans, with nationwide availability expected next year but no specific release date yet.
  • The update follows a Kroger‑only U.S. reissue in June and a separate retro offering in the U.K. earlier this year.
  • News outlets have requested comment from Coca‑Cola, and there has not been a broad public announcement confirming timing or distribution details.
  • Diet Cherry Coke debuted in the mid‑1980s and was discontinued around 2020, and its reported comeback fits Coca‑Cola’s pattern of reviving legacy flavors.