7.0/9
Ranked #1 in overall liking across the panel. Placed in all 5 testers' post-evaluation top-three selections, with individual scores between 6 and 8.
CompletedAustralian No-Sugar Cola Test · Blind Panel Benchmark
No Sugar Cola Wars
A comprehensive benchmark of 10 zero-sugar colas sold across Australian supermarkets. Featuring 50 ratings from a 5-tester panel, calibrated pH readings, sodium levels, ingredient breakdowns, and annual grocery spend calculations.
TEN NO-SUGAR COLASSelect a cola to view specifications and panel scores
1–4 of 10
Swipe shelf to see all 10 colas · Showing 1–4 of 10
Retail pack references · packaging can differ from the tested bottles
🏆 #1 PANEL WINNER
Pepsi Max7.0/9 Panel Mean · 5/5 in Top 3
💡 BEST BUDGET SWAP
LA Ice / Maxi Ice5.0/9 · $1.15/L · Beats Coke Zero Blind
📉 BIGGEST BLIND SLUMP
Coca-Cola Zero Sugar4.8/9 · Expected #2.0 → #4 by Panel Mean
AUSTRALIAN SUPERMARKET DATA5 TESTERS · 10 COLAS · 50 EVALUATIONS
SELECTED COLA · CW-004
Pepsi Max
7.0 / 9Individual ratings: Tester 1, 6 out of 9; Tester 2, 8 out of 9; Tester 3, 7 out of 9; Tester 4, 7 out of 9; Tester 5, 7 out of 9.SENSORY BLOSSOM
5-tester panel · unbranded serving · Australian retail packaging.
BENCHMARK ROUTE · 10 COLAS BY PANEL LIKING
Panel meanServing sequenceAverage overall liking (1–9 scale)
Colas positioned by overall liking mean across 5 independent testers (1 to 9 scale).
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Supermarkets Audited
Coles · Woolies · ALDI · IGA10
No Sugar Colas
National & store-brand formulas50
Blind Taste Tests
5 testers × 10 blind rounds100+
Lab Measurements
Calibrated pH, sodium, JAR & tareAll products evaluated in identical unbranded serving conditions. Ratings reflect this 5-tester panel; chemical, sodium, and nutritional data reflect verified Australian retail packaging.
Chemical & sensory landscape
How acidity relates to sodium and panel liking
Each numbered point matches the product key. Choose a vertical measure to compare the same laboratory pH readings with sodium or blind-panel scores.
| Cola | Laboratory pH | Sodium (mg/100 mL) | Mean liking | Sweetener system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diet Coke | 2.67 | 1 | 4.4 | Aspartame (951) + Ace-K (950) |
| Coca-Cola Zero Sugar | 2.69 | 4.1 | 4.8 | Aspartame (951) + Ace-K (950) |
| Coca-Cola Zero Sugar Zero Caffeine | 2.47 | 4.1 | 3.2 | Aspartame (951) + Ace-K (950) |
| Pepsi Max | 2.44 | 13 | 7.0 | Aspartame (951) + Ace-K (950) |
| Regal No Sugar Cola | 4.15 | 30 | 3.2 | Aspartame (951) + Ace-K (950) |
| LA Ice No Sugar Cola | 2.65 | 15 | 5.0 | Cyclamate (952) + Ace-K (950) + Sucralose (955) |
| Que Cola No Sugar Cola | 2.75 | 15 | 3.6 | Cyclamate (952) + Ace-K (950) + Sucralose (955) |
| Black & Gold Cola Zero Sugar | 2.53 | 13 | 3.8 | Cyclamate (952) + Ace-K (950) + Sucralose (955) |
| Woolworths Cola Sugar Zero | 2.54 | 6 | 3.0 | Cyclamate (952) + Ace-K (950) + Sucralose (955) |
| LA Maxi Ice Cola | 2.64 | 13 | 5.0 | Cyclamate (952) + Sucralose (955) + Ace-K (950) |
Panel Ratings & Score Distribution
Each dot represents one tester's score on a 1 to 9 scale. The diamond marker indicates the 5-tester panel mean. Filter by metric or tester to inspect score distributions across all 10 products.
5 testers × 10 colas · 4.30/9 overall mean
FILTER BY TESTER
Select a tester to isolate their ratings across all 10 colas and re-sort the table. Other scores remain visible in muted tone.
#PRODUCTPANEL MEAN
Individual tester score 5-tester panel meanRatings on 1–9 hedonic scale
5.0/9 each
Both products produced an identical 5.0/9 panel mean. However, individual scores ranged from 2 to 8, illustrating polarised tester responses.
1 first pick
Selected as the #1 favourite by one tester in post-test rankings, despite receiving a lower panel average of 3.6/9 across all five testers.
PANEL DEMOGRAPHICS & PREFERENCES
Tester Profiles & Baseline Preferences
Pre-test declared habits, predicted favourites, and post-evaluation selections for each of the 5 panel testers. Select any product name to open its specifications.
Preferred cola when drinking: Coca-Cola Zero Sugar
Cola consumption: < monthlyNo-sugar cola: ~every 3 monthsCaffeinated caffeine preference
Pre-test predicted favourite
Highest rating awarded
Post-test #1 selection
Regular drink: Pepsi Max Vanilla / Coca-Cola Zero Sugar
Daily colaDaily no-sugarCaffeinated caffeine preference
Pre-test predicted favourite
Highest rating awarded
Post-test #1 selection
Regular drink: Coca-Cola Zero Sugar
< monthly cola1-3 / month no-sugarNo preference caffeine preference
Pre-test predicted favourite
Highest rating awarded
Post-test #1 selection
Regular drink: Que Cola No Sugar Cola
Daily colaDaily no-sugarCaffeinated caffeine preference
Pre-test predicted favourite
Highest rating awarded
Post-test #1 selection
Regular drink: Pepsi Max
1-3 / month cola1-3 / month no-sugarNo preference caffeine preference
Pre-test predicted favourite
Highest ratings (tied)
Post-test #1 selection
A tester's highest numerical score and their post-test #1 selection reflect separate evaluation prompts. Profiles represent the 5 participants in this benchmark.
All 10 samples were evaluated by each participant. Serving order was uniform across testers rather than counterbalanced.
Cognitive Bias Bump Matrix
Pre-Test Expectation vs. Double-Blind Reality
Before tasting, panellists ranked all 10 colas based on brand reputation. In unbranded double-blind evaluation, participants were unaware of product identity, code mappings, or serving order, evaluating samples independently without discussion.
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| Cola | Expected Rank | Blind Liking Rank | Mean Liking | Rank Delta |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diet Coke | #4.6 | #5.5 | 4.4 / 9 | -0.9 |
| Coca-Cola Zero Sugar | #2.0 | #4.5 | 4.8 / 9 | -2.5 |
| Coca-Cola Zero Sugar Zero Caffeine | #6.4 | #7.2 | 3.2 / 9 | -0.8 |
| Pepsi Max | #1.6 | #2.0 | 7.0 / 9 | -0.4 |
| Regal No Sugar Cola | #7.4 | #7.1 | 3.2 / 9 | +0.3 |
| LA Ice No Sugar Cola | #5.0 | #4.6 | 5.0 / 9 | +0.4 |
| Que Cola No Sugar Cola | #7.0 | #6.4 | 3.6 / 9 | +0.6 |
| Black & Gold Cola Zero Sugar | #8.8 | #6.4 | 3.8 / 9 | +2.4 |
| Woolworths Cola Sugar Zero | #6.8 | #7.0 | 3.0 / 9 | -0.2 |
| LA Maxi Ice Cola | #5.4 | #4.3 | 5.0 / 9 | +1.1 |
Reported Aftertaste Descriptors
Testers selected aftertaste descriptors from a standardised list following each sample. Frequencies indicate total mentions across all 50 evaluations.
50 evaluations · multi-select checklist
RECORDED DESCRIPTORSTotal mentions (/50)
01Artificial sweetener19of 50
02Clean / neutral15of 50
03Sweet10of 50
04Medicinal7of 50
05None6of 50
06Lingering5of 50
07Metallic4of 50
08Bitter3of 50
“Artificial sweetener” was recorded in 19 of 50 evaluations; “clean / neutral” was recorded in 15 of 50. Multiple descriptors could be selected per sample.
Product-Level Aftertaste Breakdown
Scores indicate citations out of 5 panel testers per sampleSensory Finish Heatmap (10 Colas × 7 Descriptors)
| COLA (RANK) | Clean / neutral | Sweet | Artificial sweetener | Bitter | Metallic | Medicinal | Lingering | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
#01Pepsi Max | 1 | 3 | 1 | · | · | · | 2 | 7 |
#02LA Maxi Ice | 2 | 2 | 3 | · | · | · | · | 7 |
#03LA Ice | 2 | 2 | 2 | · | · | 2 | 1 | 9 |
#04Coke Zero | 3 | 1 | 1 | · | 1 | · | · | 6 |
#05Diet Coke | · | · | 3 | 1 | · | · | · | 4 |
#06Black & Gold | 2 | · | 1 | · | 1 | · | · | 4 |
#07Que Cola | 3 | · | 2 | · | · | · | · | 5 |
#08Coke Zero CF | · | · | 2 | 1 | · | 2 | 1 | 6 |
#09Regal | 1 | · | 1 | · | 1 | 1 | · | 4 |
#10Woolworths | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 11 |
Cleanest profile: Coca-Cola Zero Sugar & Coles Que Cola (3 citations each).Most artificial sweetener notes: Diet Coke, Woolworths Zero, LA Maxi Ice (3 citations each).Medicinal finish: Woolworths Zero, Coke Zero CF, LA Ice, Regal (sole products with medicinal notes).
Just-About-Right (JAR) Penalty Engine
Sensory Penalty Analysis & Formulation Faults
In sensory science, Mean Drop shows the observed mean liking difference in overall liking when sweetness or fizz deviates from “Just Right”.
← LIKING PENALTY (POINTS DROPPED)JAR 3.0 EQUILIBRIUM (DATUM: 0.0)HEDONIC SURPLUS (POINTS GAINED) →
Sweetness: Too Low (Levels 1–2)-1.65 pts drop (40% of evaluations)
-1.65 pts
Sweetness: Too High (Levels 4–5)-0.42 pts drop (22% of evaluations)
-0.42 pts
Carbonation: Too Flat (Levels 1–2)-0.50 pts drop (46% of evaluations)
-0.50 pts
Carbonation: “Too Fizzy” (Levels 4–5)+2.12 pts LIKING SURPLUS! (22% of evaluations)
+2.12 pts
Budget Cola Swaps: The Verdict
Can budget supermarket colas ($0.87 to $1.15/L) realistically replace a $3.04 to $3.60/L Coca-Cola or Pepsi habit? Here is what the empirical sensory and chemical data revealed.
Budget Colas Evaluated · Blind Panel Data
🥇 THE GIANT KILLER · $1.15 / L
LA Ice & LA Maxi Ice (5.0 / 9)
Beat Coca-Cola Zero Sugar in blind tasting.
Manufactured by Refresco in Victoria, this $2.30 / 2 L bottle achieved Rank 2 and 3 on the panel, outscoring Coca-Cola Zero Sugar (4.8/9). It also delivered +47.8 g net mass surplus (~+48 mL at ~1.00 g/mL density).
⚡ CULT POLARISER · $0.92 / L
Coles Que Cola (3.6 / 9)
Low carbonation, but one panellist's #1 favourite.
All 5/5 testers found Que Cola too flat, and 4/5 found it under-sweetened. Yet Tester 01 picked it as their single favourite cola of the entire test. Mild, divisive, but very cheap ($1.15 / 1.25 L = $0.92/L).
⚠️ DISAPPOINTING · $0.87 / L
ALDI Regal No Sugar (3.2 / 9)
Lacks acidic bite with 30× the sodium of Diet Coke.
Despite ALDI's strong reputation for private label products, Regal ranked 9th of 10 ($1.09 / 1.25 L = $0.87/L). Laboratory testing revealed an unusually high pH of 4.15 (lacking crisp acid bite) and 30 mg sodium per 100 mL.
❌ BOTTOM OF BENCHMARK · $0.92 / L
Woolworths Cola Zero (3.0 / 9)
Rated lowest on panel liking with harsh aftertaste.
Finished dead last (Rank 10 of 10) despite its competitive $1.15 / 1.25 L ($0.92/L) price point. 0/5 testers rated sweetness just right, 3/5 rated it flat, and panellists cited medicinal aftertaste. The only cola using preservative 202 (potassium sorbate).
Preference Filter & Cola Finder
Filter products based on taste preference criteria (sweetness, carbonation, caffeine status) calculated against the benchmark dataset.
COMPATIBLE PRODUCTSRanked by selected criteria
Calculated match scores reflect this 5-tester benchmark dataset and stated product specifications.
Product Directory & Specifications
Specifications for each tested Australian retail product, including sweetener systems, preservative additives, sodium, lab pH, and verified net liquid mass (deducting calibrated bottle-family tare weights: 35.2 g to 40.7 g for 1.25 L moulds, 47.2 g for 2.0 L moulds; ~1.00 g/mL density). Ties on panel mean are resolved by post-test top-three selections, followed by aftertaste liking.
10 Australian products · 10 visible
selection glow = open product detailTop-three selections are post-evaluation picks, distinct from numerical rating scores.
SIDE-BY-SIDE EVALUATION
Head-to-Head Cola Comparison
Directly compare any two Australian no-sugar colas across panel scores, 6-axis sensory profiles, individual tester ratings, and laboratory measurements.
Comparison Presets:
COLA A
7.0/9
VS
COLA B
4.8/9
6-AXIS SENSORY RADAR OVERLAYBite, Fizziness, Sweetness, Clean Finish, Body, Aroma
Pepsi Max
Coke Zero
INDIVIDUAL TESTER SCORE COMPARISONPepsi Max preferred by 4 of 5 testers
Tester 016/94/9
Tester 028/93/9
Tester 037/94/9
Tester 047/95/9
Tester 057/98/9
Laboratory & Physical Specifications
Metric / PropertyPepsi MaxCoke ZeroDifference
Panel Overall Liking7.0 / 94.8 / 9+2.2 Pepsi Max
Flavour Liking6.8 / 94.4 / 9+2.4
Aftertaste Cleanliness7.0 / 94.8 / 9+2.2
Sweetness Balance (JAR / 5)3.6 (3/5 just right)3.8 (2/5 just right)3.0 is optimal target
Carbonation Balance (JAR / 5)3.0 (2/5 just right)3.6 (2/5 just right)3.0 is optimal target
Net Liquid Mass1,254.3 g (+4.3 g)1,253 g (+3 g)Δ 1.3 g net mass delta
Sodium Content (/100mL)13 mg4.1 mg3.2× difference
Calibrated Laboratory pHpH 2.44pH 2.69Δ 0.25 pH units
Price per Litre$3.04 / L$3.60 / L$0.56 / L difference
Sweetener BlendAspartame (951) + Ace-K (950)Aspartame (951) + Ace-K (950)Same blend
Preservative System211 (sodium benzoate)None listedDifferent preservative
Contract BottlerAsahi Beverages (under appointment from PepsiCo)Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Australia Pty LtdDistinct facility
Physical Packaging & Gravimetric Mass Audit
Australian Packaging Forensics: Gravimetric Liquid Mass & Bottle Tare Audit
Precision scales recorded unopened bottle gross mass, with verified dry packaging tare deducted to establish net liquid mass in grams. Zero-sugar colas approximate water density (~1.00 g/mL), meaning net liquid mass closely approximates fluid volume in millilitres without claiming direct pycnometric volume measurement. In this single-bottle sample, 8 of 10 colas deliver surplus mass (+1 g to +47.8 g). Under Australia's National Trade Measurement Regulations, the Average Quantity System (AQS) establishes a Tolerable Negative Error (TNE) reference threshold (19 mL for 1.25 L and 30 mL for 2.0 L) for commercial packaging runs. While formal AQS compliance applies across entire production lots rather than single retail bottles, all 10 measured samples fell comfortably within this reference tolerance window.
Gross Scale Reading:1295 g
Empty Bottle Tare:-40.7 g
Net Liquid Mass:1,254.3 g
Inferred Volume:~1,254.3 mL*
Pepsi Max
+0.34% Mass SurplusNominal capacity declared on-pack is 1.25 L (1250 mL). Precision scale reading of the full unopened bottle was 1295 g. Deducting the verified empty PET bottle tare weight of 40.7 g (Unique Pepsi Max) establishes that the bottle contained 1,254.3 g of net liquid mass (+4.3 g vs nominal 1:1 mass equivalent, corresponding to an inferred volume of ~1,254.3 mL at ~1.00 g/mL density).
Bottle Mould FamilyUnique Pepsi MaxProprietary sculpted Pepsi Max bottle silhouette (calibrated empty tare: 40.7 g).
Closure & Lid ToolingPepsi / Que lid familyShared Pepsi Max / Que Cola lid family
Label Application AlignmentPerfectly alignedMachine applicator calibration check
Contract Packer / OriginAsahi Beverages (under appointment from PepsiCo)Made in Australia. Bottled and distributed under appointment from PepsiCo by Asahi Beverages.
AQS Regulatory Reference & Packaging Methodology: Australia's Average Quantity System (AQS) governs commercial packaging across production batches under the National Measurement Act, specifying a Tolerable Negative Error (TNE) reference threshold of 19 mL for 1.25 L and 30 mL for 2.0 L packages. This single-bottle experiment provides exploratory product-level data rather than an official batch-compliance audit. For regulatory context, every measured sample sat well inside the reference deficiency boundary, led by ALDI Regal (+29.1 g net mass surplus) and Refresco 2.0 L bottles (+47.8 g net mass surplus; ~1.00 g/mL density approximation).
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL MEASUREMENTS
Laboratory Data & Ingredients
Laboratory measurements and official label disclosures: pH acidity readings, sodium levels, official FSANZ additive numbers, measured container volumes, and nutrition information panels.
SODIUM MEASUREMENTS
1.0 mg to 30.0 mg (30× range)Sodium Content Across All 10 Colas (mg / 100 mL)
Sodium functions as a buffering agent and flavour modifier in zero-sugar formulations. Values range from 1.0 mg / 100 mL (Diet Coke) to 30.0 mg / 100 mL (ALDI Regal).
Regal30 mg / 100 mL
LA Ice15 mg / 100 mL
Que Cola15 mg / 100 mL
Pepsi Max13 mg / 100 mL
Black & Gold13 mg / 100 mL
LA Maxi Ice13 mg / 100 mL
Woolworths6 mg / 100 mL
Coke Zero4.1 mg / 100 mL
Coke Zero CF4.1 mg / 100 mL
Diet Coke1.0 mg / 100 mL
CALIBRATED PH READINGS
pH 2.44 to 4.15 (pH 2.44–2.75 for standard colas)Acidity Levels (Laboratory pH)
Average readings from calibrated pH probe testing. Phosphoric acid formulations register near pH 2.44–2.75, providing the characteristic tart bite of dark colas.
#1Pepsi MaxpH 2.44 · Phosphoric
#2Coke Zero CFpH 2.47 · Phosphoric
#3Black & GoldpH 2.53 · Phosphoric
#4WoolworthspH 2.54 · Phosphoric
#5LA Maxi IcepH 2.64 · Phosphoric
#6LA IcepH 2.65 · Phosphoric
#7Diet CokepH 2.67 · Phosphoric
#8Coke ZeropH 2.69 · Phosphoric
#9Que ColapH 2.75 · Phosphoric
#10RegalpH 4.15 · Phosphoric
Retail Economics & Value Frontier
The Supermarket “Brand Tax” Efficiency Curve
Comparing retail price per litre against unbranded blind panel liking exposes products delivering optimal value versus heavy brand tax premiums.
Household: 2 serves (250 mL)/daySave ~$451.08/yr
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Pareto Value Frontier: The mathematically non-dominated frontier comprises ALDI Regal ($0.87/L, 3.2), Black & Gold ($0.92/L, 3.8), LA Ice & LA Maxi Ice ($1.15/L, 5.0), and Pepsi Max ($3.04/L, 7.0). No competing cola provides equal or higher blind panel liking at a lower price. All other products are Pareto-dominated by cheaper or higher-scoring alternatives.
| Cola | Price per Litre | Shelf Price | Mean Liking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diet Coke | $3.60/L | $4.50 | 4.4 / 9 |
| Coca-Cola Zero Sugar | $3.60/L | $4.50 | 4.8 / 9 |
| Coca-Cola Zero Sugar Zero Caffeine | $3.60/L | $4.50 | 3.2 / 9 |
| Pepsi Max | $3.04/L | $3.80 | 7.0 / 9 |
| Regal No Sugar Cola | $0.87/L | $1.09 | 3.2 / 9 |
| LA Ice No Sugar Cola | $1.15/L | $2.30 | 5.0 / 9 |
| Que Cola No Sugar Cola | $0.92/L | $1.15 | 3.6 / 9 |
| Black & Gold Cola Zero Sugar | $0.92/L | $1.15 | 3.8 / 9 |
| Woolworths Cola Sugar Zero | $0.92/L | $1.15 | 3.0 / 9 |
| LA Maxi Ice Cola | $1.15/L | $2.30 | 5.0 / 9 |
RETAIL PRICING & HOUSEHOLD EXPENDITURE
Annual Spend & Savings Calculator
Supermarket budget and private-label colas retail for substantially less than major multinational brands. Calculated directly from retail bottle pricing ($ per litre × annual consumption volume) for standard 250 mL serves.
250 mL serves from retail bottles
Major Brand Annual Cost$631@ $3.46/L ($0.86 per 250 mL serve)
Supermarket Budget Cola Cost$180@ $0.99/L ($0.25 per 250 mL serve)
NET ANNUAL SAVINGS
$451 / year
(an average saving of ~$9 per week across 183 L)Annual Budget Context:
Equivalent to 4 to 5 full tanks of automotive fuel, 8 slabs of Australian beer, or around 100 bakery meat pies.
Calculated directly from verified supermarket bottle prices ($/L × selected volume, refreshed October 2026). Major brands: Coca-Cola Zero Sugar ($4.50 / 1.25 L = $3.60/L) and Pepsi Max ($3.80 / 1.25 L = $3.04/L; average $3.46/L). Supermarket budget colas: ALDI Regal ($1.09 / 1.25 L = $0.87/L), Coles Que ($1.15 / 1.25 L = $0.92/L), Woolworths Zero ($1.15 / 1.25 L = $0.92/L), Black & Gold ($1.15 / 1.25 L = $0.92/L), and LA Ice / Maxi Ice ($2.30 / 2 L = $1.15/L; average $0.99/L).
TESTING PROTOCOL & DATA SOURCES
Methodology & Verification
v2.0
Five-Tester Panel Scope
Five adult participants evaluated 10 zero-sugar colas in unbranded sample cups. Findings reflect this specific panel rather than an Australian population study.
Double-Blind Serving Protocol
Samples were identified by randomised 3-digit reference codes, chilled to uniform temperature, and presented in identical glassware under controlled test conditions. Participants were unaware of product identity, the code-to-product mapping and upcoming serving order, and evaluated samples independently without discussing ratings with one another. Sample preparation and serving personnel were also blinded to code mappings during evaluation sessions.
Hedonic & Just-About-Right Scales
Overall, flavour, and aftertaste liking were recorded on a standard 1–9 hedonic scale. Sweetness and carbonation were evaluated on 1–5 Just-About-Right (JAR) scales.
Verified Packaging Data
Ingredients, nutritional values, volume measurements, and barcode specifications were audited from commercially purchased Australian retail bottles.
Calibrated pH & Acidity Analysis
Acidity levels (pH) were recorded using calibrated lab probes with triplicate readings averaged across samples under standard laboratory conditions.
Standardised Descriptors
Post-sip aftertaste notes were recorded using multi-select category checkboxes to map perceived sensory attributes across formulations.
Source dataset · Cola Wars Data Package v2.0 (26 September 2026)Product ID is the primary join key.50 evaluation records · 50 expected ranks · 20 post-test picks
Sources and current-product checks
Study source. Cola Wars Data Package v2.0 · 26 September 2026. The package documentation and QA report set standardized names and IDs and report no unresolved record or join issues.
Nutrition labels. The study package transcribes Australian bottle labels. FSANZ explains why panels show per-serving and per-100 mL values and how additive numbers are used in ingredient statements.
FSANZ · Nutrition information panels FSANZ · Food additive labelling FSANZ · Intense sweetenersCurrent product references. Diet Coke · Coke Zero · Coke Zero CF · Pepsi Max · Regal · LA Ice · Que Cola · Black & Gold · Woolworths · LA Maxi Ice. Pages checked 26 September 2026. Listings and formulations can change by store, location, and time.
Retailer note (ALDI Regal). Tested bottle data reflects the physical September 2026 sample (aspartame 951, Ace-K 950, and sodium benzoate 211). ALDI's current online listing describes a formulation with no artificial sweeteners or added preservatives, indicating that current retail stock or online product information may differ from the tested bottle.