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Report Says Diet Cherry Coke Set for Permanent U.S. Comeback in Early 2026

A Coca-Cola representative described the flavor as a “sustain” item, signaling nationwide availability in standard bottle and can formats.

Overview

  • Snackolator, a food news Instagram account, reported the update after sharing packaging artwork for bottles and cans.
  • The representative’s “sustain” designation indicates the flavor is intended to be a permanent offering rather than a limited run.
  • The reported rollout targets early 2026 with 20-ounce bottles and 12-packs of 12-ounce cans planned for shelves.
  • An exact release date has not been announced, and the confirmation has been reported via social media rather than a company press release.
  • The flavor debuted in 1985, was discontinued in 2020, and briefly returned in 2025 through a Kroger-exclusive U.S. run and a limited U.K. release.