Pepsi True

Pepsi True

Pepsi True is a mid-calorie cola beverage that was introduced by PepsiCo in 2014. It is sweetened with a blend of sugar and stevia, a natural sweetener derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant. Pepsi True contains 60 calories per 7.5-ounce can, which is approximately 30% fewer calories than traditional full-sugar colas.

History

Pepsi True was launched in October 2014 as part of PepsiCo's efforts to offer healthier beverage options. The product was initially available exclusively through Amazon before being rolled out to traditional retail outlets. Pepsi True was introduced to compete with other mid-calorie soft drinks on the market, such as Coca-Cola Life.

Ingredients

The main ingredients of Pepsi True are carbonated water, sugar, caramel color, phosphoric acid, natural flavor, caffeine, and purified stevia leaf extract. Unlike many other soft drinks, Pepsi True does not contain high-fructose corn syrup or artificial sweeteners.

Reception

The reception to Pepsi True has been mixed. Some consumers have praised the beverage for its lower calorie content and natural sweeteners, while others have criticized its taste compared to traditional Pepsi. The product has also faced criticism from environmental groups due to PepsiCo's use of palm oil in other products.

See Also

• PepsiCo
• Stevia
• Coca-Cola Life
• Amazon

References

• PepsiCo (2014). "PepsiCo Announces Pepsi True". PepsiCo.com.
• Amazon (2014). "Pepsi True Now Available on Amazon". Amazon.com.
• The Guardian (2014). "Pepsi True Faces Criticism from Environmental Groups". TheGuardian.com.

External Links

• PepsiCo Official Website
• Amazon Official Website