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Diet Cherry Coke Set for Limited Return to Kroger Shelves in July

Marking Diet Coke’s 40th anniversary, retro packaging tied to a rumored July Kroger release is fueling calls for a permanent comeback.

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Coca-Cola brand Cherry Coke for sale in a store in Crockett, California, April 25, 2025.

Overview

  • Snackolator and food blog Sporked report that Diet Cherry Coke will return in July 2025 with original 1980s packaging in 20 oz bottles and 12-can packs.
  • The limited-time release is expected to be widely available at Kroger stores nationwide, though Coca-Cola has not officially confirmed details.
  • Fans on social media have praised the nostalgia-driven design and urged Coca-Cola to make Diet Cherry Coke a permanent offering.
  • Consumers distinguish Diet Cherry Coke from Coca-Cola Zero Sugar Cherry, noting that the aspartame-sweetened classic has a different taste profile.
  • The comeback coincides with Diet Coke’s 40th anniversary and reflects Coca-Cola’s strategy of revisiting popular flavors to engage nostalgic customers.