Makeovers are generally fun to watch. But when Coke announced that it would be revamping its Coke Zero product, the internet seemed less than impressed.
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The Atlanta-based company broke the news Wednesday, revealing that it would no longer sell the drink in the U.S. beginning in August. Instead, it would replace it with Coke Zero Sugar, which will have a taste even more similar to the traditional Coke. Coke Zero Sugar will be sweetened with the same artificial sweeteners as the diet version.
The reason for the switch is a result of declining sales, and the corporation also said it wants to make a clear distinction between its products. While Diet Coke and Coke Zero both contain neither calories nor sugar, Coke Zero’s taste has always mimicked the original formula.
Despite the brand’s efforts to clear up any confusion, the internet seemed more perplexed than ever over the change. Many on social media were mourning the loss of one of their favorite sodas.
Coke Zero replaced by by Coke Zero Sugar. This is a national tragedy. Sad!
— Daniel Brajkovic (@dbrajkovic) July 26, 2017
🙏🏻 best diet soda ever made— Joey Bag of Donuts🌯 (@_joeyy27) July 26, 2017RIP Coke Zero
🌹Maxine🌹 (@CatObsessedMax) July 26, 2017First trans people are banned from serving in the military.
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Now they're getting rid of Coke zero. pic.twitter.com/nQZduH4y7L
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RIP Coke Zero. I've always been a Diet Coke person, but I cherish our brief time together. pic.twitter.com/cxpTwL5omm
— Sean Morrissey (@ohseanofnoise) July 26, 2017
Why would anyone mess with Coke Zero?! It's the nectar of the gods... pic.twitter.com/ovjyr6SOoX
— Grace Randolph (@GraceRandolph) July 26, 2017
There were some others who had a few marketing ideas that would save Coke Zero.
Now, if you want to reinforce the fact that Coke Zero has no sugar, run a marketing campaign. Don't change the entire brand name.
— Matt Flowers (@SunshineEmpire) July 26, 2017
Considering my personal Coke Zero consumption they definitely should've consulted me first
— Kate (@kfred622) July 26, 2017
Why not keep the @CokeZero name and publicise a new formula? "Coca Cola Zero Sugar" - Four word sodas don't sell. Ask Pepsi.
— Claire Bryan (@claire__bryan) July 26, 2017
No you're supposed to say, New Coke, who dis? https://t.co/Rnhw6Spar0
— Jemele Hill (@jemelehill) July 26, 2017
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And a few despised the consumption of soda altogether - diet or not.
"New name, same great cancer!"
— Mel Ankoly (@Mel_Ankoly) July 26, 2017
📎 (@dinhi45) July 26, 2017I don't drink soda and the thought of artificial chemicals replacing the sugar is frightening. They build up over time in your cells then...
— Din Ese
😂— MysticInvestigations (@MetaphysicalPI) July 26, 2017Hey folks if it says Diet Or Zero on the label it's healthy stuff! Drinking Coke Zero and Diet Coke is the smart choice for health...NOT!