If you’ve been missing the nostalgic taste of Diet Cherry Coke, you’re in luck—Coca-Cola is bringing it back. But there’s a catch: you’ll need to know exactly where to find it.
A classic flavor makes a comeback
Coca-Cola officially announced that Retro Diet Cherry Coke will return to store shelves in mid-July, just in time for summer to heat up. It’s not a return to stay, however—it’s a limited-edition release, so stock up on as much as you can.”
This cult classic fan beverage first hit store shelves in 1986, four years following the introduction of the original Diet Coke and only a year after Cherry Coke appeared on shelves. It collected a rapidly growing following, especially fans of the cherry taste, but without sugar. By 2018, however, Diet Cherry Coke was no longer widely available on store shelves.
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Where can you get it
And here’s the best part: Diet Cherry Coke will be available only at Kroger and affiliate grocery stores. So if you’re ready to relive that clean, cherry-flavored nostalgia, try one of the following:
- Kroger
- Fry’s
- King Soopers
- Ralphs
- Dillons
- Smith’s
- Fred Meyer
- QFC
- Harris Teeter
- City Market
You won’t be able to find this flavor at your local gas station or convenience store—it is only on offer in these chains. There has been nothing from Coca-Cola regarding when the product will be shelved, so your best option is to pick it up as soon as it is released.
The social media buzz
You’re not the only one excited. As soon as the news broke, fans flooded social media with their reactions. Some pledged to “buy it by the case,” while others simply said, “LET THEM COOK”—a popular phrase online used to cheer someone on.
The return is more than just a product release; it’s a nostalgic moment for those who grew up with the drink or discovered it before it disappeared.
A brief history of Diet Cherry Coke
To receive the buzz, it is worth going back. Diet Cherry Coke was launched in the mid-80s and continued to be a staple for Diet Coke lovers looking for a fruit kick. And then in 2018, Coca-Cola launched Diet Coke Feisty Cherry, a replacement in an attempt to provide a “bolder” flavor. In return, the classic Diet Cherry Coke was phased out gradually from store shelves and moved online before being phased out completely.
And then in 2020, Feisty Cherry was slashed as well, so cherry Diet Coke lovers were stuck with zilch. Until now.
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Final thoughts: Don’t miss your shot
So this is the situation: if you want Diet Cherry Coke back on your shelf, you’ll have to visit a Kroger-owned store starting in mid-July. And don’t mess around—it won’t last forever.
Whether you’re in it for the taste or the memories, now’s your chance to enjoy a slice of soda history once again.
