The Energizing Discontinued Coca-Cola Drink Fans Wish Would Make A Comeback

Not only have Coca-Cola flavors delighted customers with unique varieties found around the world, but the company has also put out canned coffee that has fans reaching for more. When the brand decided to combine two ideas into one and launch a new coffee Coke flavor in 2021, consumers were surprised. It was a rollercoaster romance, however, for once the product was discontinued, buyers wanted it back. Online petitions were launched, with forlorn customers declaring "Life got unbearable after you guys stopped selling these." The company confirmed the discontinuation on X, explaining that availability of products depends on "overall consumer demand."

The Coca-Cola and coffee mixture was sold in a variety of flavors, offering options for those searching for a tasty afternoon boost. Dark blend, vanilla, caramel, and Coke Zero options delivered almost 70mg of caffeine per 12-ounce can, doubling the amount found in a typical can of Coke. The coffee flavor was described as a sneaky element in the drink, as each sip led with the familiar taste of bubbly Coke until coffee entered the chat as a kind of grand finale.

Though Coca-Cola with Coffee existed in other countries as early as 2018, the product's launch in the American market was announced during lockdown. "I thought I would hate these, but after trying, they were my favorite," confessed one Redditor. "I found this way too late... I was able to buy a few a couple of different times. I thought I'd found something really great and then BOOM... GONE. I was so bummed," added another. Others explained that this drink was a better option than reaching for office coffee or energy drinks and even that adding a dash of brandy to the drink made for a delightful cocktail.

There are no signs of this mash-up returning. And so those desperate to revisit this coffee-flavored drink have tried to replicate the recipe at home using freshly brewed espresso shots and instant espresso mixtures. One experimenter used cold brew coffee and coffee syrups to add caramel or mocha flavor to the concoction, while others have simply given up the attempt. "I've tried to make it at home and I can't replicate it unfortunately," wrote a Redditor. "Idk what they used but I loved these drinks." Instead of waiting for a re-release that may never happen, it's worth experimenting if you're craving the potent drink combination, but start by mixing ingredients conservatively and taste as you go to perfect the flavor profile of your coffee-enhanced beverage.