Is Coca-Cola Cherry healthy?

TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 62/100 (grade C). Per 100 g, sugar and sodium are below our "high" thresholds. High Fructose Corn Syrup, Caramel Color, Phosphoric Acid and Caffeine are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.

What are the ingredients in Coca-Cola Cherry?

In label order (largest amount first): CARBONATED WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, CARAMEL COLOR, PHOSPHORIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVORS, CAFFEINE..

Does Coca-Cola Cherry contain any ingredients worth knowing about?

High Fructose Corn Syrup (worth noting): Excessive consumption is associated with obesity and metabolic health issues. Caramel Color (worth noting): Some types of caramel color may contain 4-MEI, a compound with debated safety at high levels. Phosphoric Acid (worth noting): Excessive intake may contribute to reduced bone mineral density over time. Caffeine (worth noting): Excessive caffeine intake can cause adverse effects, particularly in sensitive individuals and children.

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Coca-Cola Cherry

Name: Coca-Cola Cherry
Brand: Coca-Cola
SKU: 00049000000504

Coca-Cola

Listed as: Coca-Cola Cherry Can, 12 fl oz

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TrustPick analysis

Some things worth noting3/5 ★

Ingredient rating 3/5 — nothing restricted, but more than 15% of ingredients worth noting. How ratings work

4 worth noting. 2 shown below — install the TrustPick app to see all 4 with full details.

High Fructose Corn SyrupWorth noting
Excessive consumption is associated with obesity and metabolic health issues.
Worth knowing: Commonly avoided by those reducing added sugars in their diet.
Depends on amount · For some groups
Caramel ColorWorth noting
Permitted with limits in EU · Permitted with limits in US
Some types of caramel color may contain 4-MEI, a compound with debated safety at high levels.
Worth knowing: Used for coloring; some consumers avoid it due to concerns about 4-MEI.
Depends on amount · Evidence debated

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TrustPick Health Score

62/100 · C

Combines ingredients, nutrition and processing level. How it’s calculated

An AI summary of how regulators in India, the EU, the US and Canada treat these ingredients, for consumer education. Not a medical device; not medical or legal advice. Product facts are shown separately from our analysis. How TrustPick scores products

Product facts

Serving size: 355 ml (1 Can)
Last updated: 12 Oct 2026

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Ingredients

In label order, highest quantity first

1CARBONATED WATER
2HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP
3CARAMEL COLOR
4PHOSPHORIC ACID
5NATURAL FLAVORS
6CAFFEINE.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient	Per 100 ml	Per serving (355 ml)
Energy	42 kcal	149.1 kcal
Fat	0 g	0 g
of which saturated	0 g	0 g
of which trans	0 g	0 g
Carbohydrate	11.8 g	41.9 g
of which sugars	11.8 g	41.9 g
of which added sugars	11.8 g	41.9 g
Protein	0 g	0 g
Sodium	10 mg	35.5 mg

Questions about Coca-Cola Cherry

Is Coca-Cola Cherry healthy?: TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 62/100 (grade C). Per 100 g, sugar and sodium are below our "high" thresholds. High Fructose Corn Syrup, Caramel Color, Phosphoric Acid and Caffeine are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.
What are the ingredients in Coca-Cola Cherry?: In label order (largest amount first): CARBONATED WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, CARAMEL COLOR, PHOSPHORIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVORS, CAFFEINE..
Does Coca-Cola Cherry contain any ingredients worth knowing about?: High Fructose Corn Syrup (worth noting): Excessive consumption is associated with obesity and metabolic health issues. Caramel Color (worth noting): Some types of caramel color may contain 4-MEI, a compound with debated safety at high levels. Phosphoric Acid (worth noting): Excessive intake may contribute to reduced bone mineral density over time. Caffeine (worth noting): Excessive caffeine intake can cause adverse effects, particularly in sensitive individuals and children.

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