Coca‑Cola Expands Its Cherry Portfolio with the Launch of Coca‑Cola Cherry Float and the Nationwide Release of Diet Coke Cherry

Coca‑Cola unveils new cherry-flavored beverages, including Cherry Float and Diet Coke Cherry, expanding its Cherry portfolio for U.S. and Canadian consumers in 2026.

• Coca‑Cola Cherry Float and Diet Coke Cherry join the Cherry lineup, offering more cherry-forward choices for fans nationwide.
• Cherry Float features creamy vanilla notes and comes in full sugar and zero sugar options with refreshed packaging.
• Diet Coke Cherry returns nationwide with updated branding, zero sugar, and cherry iconography, available in cans and bottles.

Celebrating Four Decades of Cherry-Flavored Innovation

Coca‑Cola is celebrating four decades of cherry-flavored innovation with a major expansion of its Cherry portfolio, unveiling Coca‑Cola Cherry Float, Coca‑Cola Zero Sugar Cherry Float, and the nationwide release of Diet Coke Cherry. These additions join the existing Coca‑Cola Cherry and Coca‑Cola Zero Sugar Cherry lineup and will begin rolling out to retailers across the U.S. and Canada in February 2026.

The Legacy of Cherry Coke and Modern Flavor Trends

Introduced in 1985 as Coca‑Cola’s first-ever flavored extension of the trademark brand, Cherry Coke established a legacy that continues to influence beverage culture today. In 2026, Coca‑Cola builds on that heritage by offering consumers more cherry-forward choices than ever before, reflecting growing demand for nostalgic flavors reimagined in modern ways.

Introducing Coca‑Cola Cherry Float: A New Flavor Experience

Leading the expansion is Coca‑Cola Cherry Float, a new flavor experience inspired by the classic soda fountain treat. Crafted to deliver the taste of a Cherry Coke float — without ice cream or dairy — the beverage blends Coca‑Cola Cherry with smooth, creamy vanilla notes for a familiar yet new profile. Coca‑Cola Cherry Float will be available in full sugar and zero sugar varieties in 12-ounce 12-pack cans and 20-ounce bottles.

Cherry Float Packaging and Visual Refresh

The Cherry Float packaging introduces a refreshed visual expression for the brand, maintaining Coca‑Cola’s iconic red while incorporating cherry-inspired pink and purple gradients. A vintage Coca‑Cola float illustration anchors the design, while white script distinguishes full-sugar varieties, and black script differentiates zero-sugar formats.

Diet Coke Cherry Returns Nationwide

Alongside the launch of Cherry Float, Coca‑Cola is bringing back Diet Coke Cherry nationwide. Long sought by loyal fans, the beverage delivers the crisp, refreshing Diet Coke taste with a bold, nostalgic cherry twist—zero sugar, zero calories, and now easier than ever to find. Diet Coke Cherry will roll out in 12-ounce 12-pack cans and 20-ounce bottles with updated packaging featuring standard Diet Coke branding complemented by cherry iconography. The limited retro packaging previously seen in select markets will not be part of the national release.

The Expanded Cherry Lineup and Availability

With these additions, Coca‑Cola’s full Cherry lineup now includes Coca‑Cola Cherry, Coca‑Cola Zero Sugar Cherry, Coca‑Cola Cherry Float, Coca‑Cola Zero Sugar Cherry Float, and Diet Coke Cherry—each offering a distinct expression of cherry flavor to meet a wide range of consumer preferences.

All products begin hitting shelves in February 2026 and will be available at most major retailers in the U.S. and Canada, as well as online at cocacola.com. Select offerings will also be accessible through Coca‑Cola Freestyle machines.