Fresca

Fresca is a brand of carbonated soft drinks that is manufactured by The Coca-Cola Company. Originating in the United States, Fresca has been marketed globally since its creation in 1966, where it was first introduced as a grapefruit-flavored diet soft drink.

History

Fresca was introduced by The Coca-Cola Company in the United States in 1966. The brand was created as a sugar-free, zero-calorie soft drink to appeal to diet-conscious consumers. The original flavor of Fresca was grapefruit, a unique choice that set it apart from other soft drinks on the market at the time.

Ingredients

The primary ingredients of Fresca are carbonated water, citric acid, grapefruit flavor, and artificial sweeteners. The specific sweeteners used have varied over time and by market. In the United States, for example, Fresca has been sweetened with aspartame, sucralose, and acesulfame potassium at different times.

Varieties

Over the years, The Coca-Cola Company has introduced several flavor variations of Fresca. These have included Peach Fresca, Black Cherry Fresca, and Citrus Fresca. However, the original grapefruit flavor remains the most popular and widely available.

Reception

Fresca has been well-received by consumers for its unique flavor and zero-calorie formulation. It has also been praised for its refreshing taste, making it a popular choice for mixers in alcoholic beverages.

In popular culture

Fresca has made appearances in various forms of popular culture. It has been featured in television shows, films, and books, often as a favorite drink of a particular character.

See also

• List of Coca-Cola brands
• Diet drink