Pepsi to replace ‘permanent’ flavor with a new one. Here’s when you can try it
Pepsi is axing a permanent flavor from its lineup — but a new one will hit shelves soon.
Soft-drink lovers can get their first sips of Pepsi Wild Cherry & Cream starting Monday, Jan. 20, the New York-based soda maker said in a news release.
The drink, featuring a “burst of sweet cherry” and “creamy vanilla” flavors, will be available in both original and sugar-free varieties, according to the release. It’s set to replace Pepsi Mango, which was introduced in March 2021, Nexstar reported.
“Pepsi Mango is phasing out for now,” a PepsiCo representative told McClatchy News, adding that the company “prioritizes its portfolio based on changing tastes and preferences.”
PepsiCo didn’t say how long it will be before Mango Pepsi is officially retired.
Pepsi Wild Cherry & Cream will join the brand’s lineup of permanent flavors, which includes the “softer” Nitro Pepsi and original Pepsi Wild Cherry, according to the beverage company’s website.
The brand’s classic cherry cola was first introduced in 1988, USA Today reported.
“Our Wild Cherry variants have been flavor favorites in the cola world, especially among millennial and Gen Z cola fans – we’ve seen 8% growth year over year on the regular cola – so we know we are delivering something special with our new cherry and cream offering,” Jenny Danzi, head of marketing at Pepsi, told Fortune in a statement.
The sodamaker said customers can find the new creamy cherry-flavored cola in 12-ounce cans at stores nationwide. It will also be available in 20-ounce bottles for a limited time
Pricing information wasn’t immediately available.
This story was originally published January 17, 2025 at 4:42 PM with the headline "Pepsi to replace ‘permanent’ flavor with a new one. Here’s when you can try it."