Love the Coca-Cola taste but hate the large sugar content? A new “green” Coke, sweetened with a blend of sugar and stevia leaf extract, will go on sale in September.
Coca-Cola Life, the new beverage, will be in a new green-colored can and will have a third less sugar than its original counterpart. A regular 330 ml can of Coca-Cola contains 35 grams of sugar. Coca-Cola Life will contain 22.1 grams. Coke Zero and Diet Coke have no calories.
Coca-Cola Life was created to support the government’s effort to combat obesity. The Coke company, along with other food and drink companies, has pledged to promote a healthier diet. Coke committed to serve reduced, low-, and no-calorie options to consumers. James Quincey, president of Coca-Cola Europe said, “It complements our existing brands and is well-positioned to meet changing lifestyle trends, providing people with a great-tasting, lower calorie cola sweetened from natural sources.”
Coca-Cola Life will be available in a 330 ml can, 500 ml bottle, and a 1.75 liter bottle in September.