Trump says Coke will use real cane sugar in U.S. products
NBC Newsยท2025-07-17 13:49
Company Strategy - Coca-Cola is considering using real cane sugar following criticism of high fructose corn syrup [1] - The company appreciates President Trump's enthusiasm for the brand [1] - More details on innovative offerings will be shared soon [2] Production & Cost - US Coke bottlers switched to corn syrup in the 1980s as a cost-cutting move [2] - Returning to sugar in US production could affect the nation's corn farmers [2] Market & Consumer Preference - The company has long indulged fans of cane sugar by importing glass bottles of Mexican Coke [2] - President Trump is a noted Diet Coke drinker [1]